“Our deepest calling is to grow into our own authentic selfhood. As we do so, we will find our path of authentic service in the world.”
-Parker J. Palmer
INVESTING IN PEOPLE WHO DRIVE & CREATE CHANGE
Our communities need inspired, capable, and connected leaders. But the system in which our leaders operate is too often characterized by dysfunction, division, and a lack of investment. Leading From Within equips community changemakers to grow in their ability to lead, collaborate, and drive solutions. We bring social sector leaders together to:
- grow as individuals and improve their effectiveness as leaders,
- sustain each other as peers to keep leading and learning, and
- increase their capacity to be collaborators for the common good.
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Leadership Programs
We train, develop, connect, and support all social sector leaders in a shared leadership practice, culture, and experience.
As a result, leaders amplify their ability to address issues important to our community.
Alumni Communities
We cultivate ongoing learning and access to resources and opportunities for collaboration between Leading From Within alumni.
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