Leadership 

Civic Engagement Leadership

Civic Engagement Leadership’s (CEL) goal is to establish a pool of leaders for Gaston County. Participants develop a deeper understanding of community issues, engage with different aspects of Gaston County, and broaden their own self-awareness.

We support leaders in the county to make positive change and to help the county grow.

Civic Engagement Leadership Article for Gaston Lifestyle Magazine

  • "I commit to continue to engage with the community using skills I’ve picked up during the CEL experience."

    What CEL Graduates Say

  • "I commit to stepping out of my comfort zone and building my confidence to have a 'what can I do' mindset for my community."

    What CEL Graduates Say

  • “I commit to be a more intentionally aware leader that focuses on the needs of the whole community versus the wants of a smaller group!”

    What CEL Graduates Say

Civic Engagement Leadership Survey

If you participated in Gaston Together's Civic Engagement Leadership (CEL) program, please complete this survey so we can better understand the program's impacts on participants' careers.