Want to learn more about local government, meet city leaders and elected officials, and accelerate your leadership potential?
Join the
Mayor’s Emerging Leaders Council and develop your skills learning about civic engagement, elected offices, city council and much more!
The program will support nine driven young adults in their development as future leaders of Knoxville. We want to hear YOUR voice and provide the services and opportunities young people need for city-based leadership.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
APPLY NOW and learn how to make a change in your city!
Have questions? Contact Emily Norris:
[email protected] or 865-215-3524
ELIGIBILITY
• Age 18-24 as of Aug. 26, 2025
• Eligible to vote in the City of Knoxville
• Completed
Application submitted by Aug. 1, 2025
PROGRAM MEETING DATES
Most meetings are held in the Mayor's Conference Room (691) at the City County Building, 400 W. Main Street.
Dinner will be provided.
• Aug. 26, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Sept. 9, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Sept. 16, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. *observing City Council*
• Sept. 23, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Oct. 7, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Oct. 21, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Nov. 4, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Nov. 18, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Additional meeting held at Beck Cultural Exchange Center - TBD