Now in its seventh year, Support Center’s Leadership Collaborative engages emerging social sector leaders in a structured peer group to support, advise, and inspire their fellow leaders. The program’s goals include:

• Increasing awareness of leadership style by providing a safe space for growth
• Strengthening strategic decision making skills through case studies and a capstone project
• Equipping leaders with tools to invoke change in the organizations and communities served

Through ten gatherings, participants learn creative solutions to management, operations, and sustainability challenges. Since the program's inception in 2012, we’ve trained a diverse group of leaders from the NYC tri-state area representing all areas of the social sector.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Expert instruction from leading practitioners and subject matter specialists through tailor-made seminars and panel discussions
• A 360 degree leadership assessment and DiSC(TM) profile to explore their personal and professional leadership and communication styles
• Peer based learning and support through interactive exercises that foster creative thinking and collaborative problem solving
• Networking with Support Center’s organizational partners and Leadership Collaborative alumni
• Access to continuing education, mentorship and social opportunities

DATES: April - December, 2021 (Sessions will take place on the first Thursday of each month. In April, there will be an additional session on April 15.)
TIMES: half and full-day sessions
LOCATION: Virtual
TUITION: The cost per participant is $1,200, with partial scholarships available on a case-by-case basis. Tuition is to paid upon acceptance to the program and receipt of an invoice. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Final deadline for applications: March 26, 2021
Applications will be reviewed and admissions decisions will be made on a rolling basis until March 26, 2021. Since the admission process is rolling and the cohort will approach capacity over time, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and bio via this portal. In order for your application to be considered, your cover letter must respond to the following questions:

• Why would you like to participate in the Leadership Collaborative?
• How does this program fit into your vision for your own professional development in the social sector?
• What is your personal mission/purpose statement?

ADMISSION PROCESS: Applications will only be accepted online. Admission decisions for this program are made on a competitive and rolling basis.