Leadership San Juan Islands (LSJI) has begun recruiting for Class XVII, running from November 2025 through April 2026. Information and the application are available on our website. Candidates from across the Islands will be selected based on the following criteria: commitment to community involvement, evidence of interest in developing and utilizing leadership skills, and demonstrated involvement in the San Juan Islands. Space is limited to twenty participants.

We are hosting a series of Open Houses for Alumni and interested Candidates during the second week in June. This is a great opportunity to meet Alumni from our previous sixteen cohorts, learn more about our program offerings, dates and available financial support. 

Sessions provide an immersive countywide experience, helping participants develop facilitative leadership skills and an improved understanding of how local organizations, both public and private, work together in the islands. The six-month program includes 11 Program Days, including Orientation, Skill-building Retreats, Challenge Days, Graduation and Island-focused Service Projects Day when participants deliver a small group project. In addition, successful candidates can earn six college credits through Skagit Valley College.

Diversity and accessibility are core values of Leadership San Juan Islands. LSJI intends for the Cohort to include participants with varying backgrounds, ages, employment, ethnicity, professions, and geography. Tuition is $795, plus a $50 Application Fee. Payment plans and scholarships are available.