Fostering an environment for personal and professional growth
REAL Oregon is a program of the Oregon Agricultural Education Foundation an Oregon 501 (c) 3 non-profit.
This leadership enhancement/development program is designed for farming, ranching, forestry, and commercial fishing professionals, producers, affiliated industries, association staff, public agency personnel, and members of resource related boards, commissions, and associations, and other. Class members participate in one session per month at five different locations (from November through March) across the state learning important leadership skills.
Thank You to Our 2022-2023
$10,000 Sustaining Level Sponsors
Our Mission
Growing natural resource leaders who make a difference for Oregon.
Our Vision
Develop leaders who seek positive outcomes, economic vitality, and natural resource stewardship to enhance the quality of life for all Oregonians.
Curriculum Focus Includes:
Board Governance
Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Government Interaction and Public Policy
Media Relations
Professional Presentation
Public Speaking
Personal Strength Assessments
Bridging the Urban/Rural Divide
Cross Industry Networking and Education…
and more