Leadership For Equity Program

program Overview

Welcome to the Leadership for Equity (LFE) Cohort Program, "Catalyzing Institutional Change," offered by Leadership Snohomish County. Our initiative is meticulously designed to empower leaders passionate about creating systemic change that promotes equity within their organizations and communities.

The transformative LFE program unfolds over 4.5 months, immersing participants in a series of intensive sessions. These sessions are tailored to deepen awareness, develop critical skills, and equip participants with effective tools and practices. They're also geared towards building personal and institutional strategies for sustaining equity efforts, and fostering collaborative leadership. Beginning with a two-day intensive retreat, the program consists of monthly full-day sessions. Each gathering is a unique blend of enlightening lectures, hands-on workshops, reflective exercises, and networking opportunities.

Through the LFE program, we foster an environment conducive to critical thinking and transformational conversations about equity. As a participant, you will gain a deep, nuanced understanding of equity and tangible strategies to drive change within your organization. Moreover, you will join a robust network of leaders committed to the cause of equity.

Course objectives

• The LFE program aims to:

  1. Introduce participants to the concept of equity and its pivotal role in leadership and organizational contexts.

  2. Cultivate skills required to effect institutional changes that foster equity.

  3. Provide tools and practices for implementing equity analysis and organizational assessments.

  4. Propagate personal well-being strategies that aid the sustainability of leadership in equity.

  5. Promote collaborative leadership through shared learning and actionable plans.

  6. Prepare participants to overcome the challenges inherent in institutional change for equity.

  7. Encourage participants to develop intentional practices that enable them to thrive as leaders for equity.

  8. Facilitate the formation of a network of equity guardians committed to advancing equity within their respective organizations and communities.

  9. Create an environment conducive to reflection on the journey thus far and to plan future steps towards achieving equity.

program impact 

Through the LFE program, you will cultivate a profound understanding of equity. You will be equipped with the practical tools and strategies necessary to drive systemic change within your organization. Moreover, you'll become part of a network of like-minded leaders committed to advancing equity. This network will serve as a supportive community for collaboration and shared learning. This program guides you on a transformative journey of understanding, development, and collaboration, equipping you to make a substantial impact on promoting equity within your sphere of influence. We eagerly anticipate your participation in this critical mission.

Tuition

$3,700

Limited scholarships are available for people with limited resources. Please indicate the need in your application.

WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS & NOMINATIONS FOR THE FALL 2025 COHORT.

DEADLINE

August 8, 2025

2025 fall SCHEDULE

Aug 21 & 22, 2025 (In person) Two-Day Intensive 8:30 am - 4 pm

Sept 18, 2025 (Virtual) 8:30 am - 4 pm

Oct 16, 2025 (Virtual) 8:30 am - 4 pm

Nov 20, 2025 (Virtual) 8:30 am - 4 pm

Dec 18, 2025 (In person) 8:30 am - 3 pm

Dec 18, 2025 (In person) 3 pm - 4 pm Celebration

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