Right Path Adult Leadership Program
This program has been created to provide new ways for EBCI tribal members to learn Cherokee history and culture and to develop leadership competencies.
Focuses on tribal identity, tribal values, and tribal history.
Seven core values
Leadership learning will include individual and group Ga-du-gi projects to improve and restore aspects of Cherokee culture and community.
Utilize guest presenters from the Cherokee community as well as other native communities
In addition, participants will have exposure to the broader world of American Indian and indigenous cultures.
12 month program (October-September) meets two full days per month (second Wed. and Thursday)
Right Path accepts EBCI enrolled members 18 years old and older
Alumni and community members submit nominations for selection. We contact the nominees to gauge their interest. If they are, they will fill out a basic application and participate If chosen, their employer must allow them to participate in their regular tour of duty without requiring make-up time or leave.
* The 2025-2026 period is currently closed. Please check back next year for the 2026-2027 period to open.
Tara McCoy, Duyugodv’i Right Path Leadership Specialist
tara.mccoy@cherokeeboysclub.com
828.359.5542