Commissioner Jennifer Cooley Fleisher joined educators, advocates, and local leaders on March 23 for the Camden County YOUth Influencer Summit at Rowan University. The event brought together 250 students in grades seven through ten from across Camden County to participate in activities focused on building leadership and advocacy skills.
The summit aimed to help students develop the confidence and knowledge needed to lead initiatives within their schools and communities. “This event was about giving our students the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to make a positive difference in their schools and communities,” Commissioner Jennifer Cooley Fleisher said. “Their voices matter, and I’m excited to see the impact they’ll make.”
During the summit, attendees took part in breakout sessions covering topics such as social media safety, trauma-informed care, drug and vaping prevention, peer pressure, as well as career and college readiness.
According to the official website, Camden County advances community welfare through efforts in education, workforce development, and public services. The county also maintains facilities including parks, libraries, and nutrition centers to foster community well-being according to its official website. More than 500,000 residents are supported by Camden County across its 37 municipalities according to county information.
Camden County focuses on enhancing quality of life with services related to public safety, health care access, transportation improvements, and economic development as stated by officials. Operations are managed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners who serve staggered three-year terms according to county governance details.
Looking ahead after this summit at Rowan University—which serves residents throughout southern New Jersey—organizers hope that participating students will return home prepared with new skills for making positive changes within their schools.
