Class of 2021 Applications

• The Multicultural Leadership Program is an intense nine-month journey which runs from July through March each year.   Our mission is to develop leaders who engage the power of diverse perspectives to improve our world.
• MCLP is a rigorous curriculum which includes many components (assessments, learning events, nonprofit projects, board shadowing, mentoring, buddy assignments, homework, and more.)
• Core components of the program include:
  • To be a “Servant Leader”
  • To be self-aware and grow as a leader
  • To develop authentic relationships
  • To foster diversity inclusion
  • To make a positive impact

What do participants gain?

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• Increased understanding of specific leadership skills through interactive classes, simulations, and panels.
• New relationships with fellow participants who come from diverse professions, ethnicities, religions, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, socioeconomic status, and more.
• Support from a community leader hand-picked to mentor them through this journey.
• Experience assisting a local nonprofit through their assigned community project team.
• The opportunity to shadow a nonprofit board.

• Applicants are expected to check the dates for all learning events and hold the dates when applying.
• Because sharing in class during these learning events is one of the most enriching experiences for the participant and the class, a participant is expected to attend all learning events. Absences due to unforeseen circumstances are handled on a case-by-case basis. Excessive absences, or a lack of commitment to the program, may affect a participant’s ability to graduate with the class. Class of 2021 Learning Event Schedule.
• In addition to the learning events, the following is expected:
  • Complete two online assessments in July before classes start
  • Read participant manual before each learning event and complete any readings or assignments
  • Monthly meeting with mentor (one to two hours)
  • Monthly meeting with buddy (one to two hours)
  • “Make a Difference” nonprofit project work done outside of learning events (6-7 months)
    • • • Semi-monthly team meetings (September through March, one to two hours each)
        • Board meetings for assigned nonprofit (typically at least 2 – 3 meetings total)
        • Participate in two community project presentations (during learning events)
        • Written assignments including project reports

Application Process

1. Review Learning Event Dates and confirm you can attend all events.
2. Consider attending one of our Class of 2021 Recruitment Events:
3. Complete an online application form. 

Once an application is submitted, the applicant will receive a confirmation email with links to forward to professional references who can speak to their leadership experience/potential. Two personal references are due by May 31, 2020. 

Tuition

Tuition for the Class of 2021 is $1,500. We do not want cost to be a barrier to participation. Some employers cover all or part of the cost of the program. If not, need-based scholarships and payment plans are also available.