Executive Women of Color Leadership Program – Application Must be submitted by Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Application Information & Affirmation of Commitment Women’s Fund of Central Indiana convenes, invests and advocates so all who identify as women or girls living in Central Indiana have an equitable opportunity to reach their full potential no matter their race, place or identity. Women’s Fund’s Executive Women of Color Leadership Program is a partnership with Carolene Mays and Black Leadership + Legacies, Inc. The program is designed to develop, coach, and empower women of color to move into higher-level leadership roles, preparing them for positions of power and influence and to leave career, civic and community legacies. The nine-month program features monthly full-day sessions, designed to: Develop a cohort of capable professional women of color for organizational leadership and board governance positions by refining and broadening their knowledge and leadership skills through curriculum, interactions and connections with key leaders, engagement, and community service opportunities. Connect a network of motivated, talented individuals who are interested in career growth, community service, generational wealth, and global and cultural awareness. Provide an opportunity for deeper engagement with Women’s Fund of Central Indiana. Eligibility to apply: An interested candidate must identify as a woman or gender expansive person of color. The cost of the program is $500. In addition, participants must: Have at least three years of full-time, work experience in a leadership and/or management position Have a proven track record of community involvement Support the mission of Women’s Fund and its commitment to gender equity and support for women and girls in all their intersected identities Executive Women of Color Leadership Program Class 2 will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the following dates: February 20March 12April 9May 14June 11July 9August 20September 10October 8 Attendance is mandatory for the first class of the year on Feb. 20. Missing more than one session will result in a class member’s participation being delayed to a future year. Participants should be prompt and stay until the end of class. Women’s Fund will commit to always starting on time and ending on time. Application Process: To apply and be considered for this program, you must submit: The application (Including uploaded resume/CV) Recommendation letter If accepted, $500 tuition fee is due Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. Completed application and reference forms are due by Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Submit questions to Carolene@MaysInspiringLeadership.com. Instructions: Answer the questions thoroughly and thoughtfully to help the Executive Women of Color Leadership Program Membership Committee get to know who you are as a person. Complete all sections of the application and ensure the recommendation form is completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applicants will be notified by Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024. Please do not call or email to check the status before that time. A $500 program fee is due from participants by Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. Your Contact Information First Name * Last Name * Date of Birth * Pronouns * Race (Select all that apply) * Asian/Asian American Black/African American Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latine Middle Eastern/North African Native American/American Indian/Alaska Native/Indigenous Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White/Caucasian/European Other race (please specify)Other race (please specify) Decline to state Ethnicity * Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latine Non Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latine Do you identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community? * Yes No Prefer not to anwser Gender (select all that apply) * Cis Woman Trans Woman Non-binary/Non-conforming Person Email * Enter Email Address Confirm Email * Confirm Email Address Work Phone * Cell Phone * What is the best way to reach you? * Email Work Phone Cell Phone Home Street Address * City * State * Zip Code * Please include a headshot. Executive Women of Color Leadership Program class members photos will be posted on the Women’s Fund website. * Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 268.44MB Tell Us About Yourself Please respond to all application prompts in 250 words or less. Why are you interested in participating in the Executive Women of Color Leadership Program? (250 Word Count) * 0 of 250 max words Please share your five-year leadership goals. Include goals for career, civic and community leadership. (250 Word Count) * 0 of 250 max words What supports/development do you need to reach your goals for career, civic or community leadership? (250 Word Count) * 0 of 250 max words Briefly describe three examples of civic and/or community involvement that are most meaningful to you. Include organizations, dates, positions and descriptions of your leadership contributions. (250 Word Count) * 0 of 250 max words What are the most critical issues facing women of color aspiring to leadership in Central Indiana? (250 Word Count) * 0 of 250 max words What meaningful contributions can you make to the Executive Women of Color Leadership Program? (250 Word Count) 0 of 250 max words Describe your commitment to women and girls of color in Central Indiana. (250 Word Count) 0 of 250 max words Anything else you think we need to know? (250 Word Count) 0 of 250 max words Executive Women of Color Leadership Program & Women’s Fund Engagement How did you hear about the Executive Women of Color Leadership Program? * If you are currently engaged or have had previous engagement with Women’s Fund, please describe. * Would you like to receive the Women’s Fund newsletter? * Yes, please. No, thank you. I’m already signed up. Employment and Education Information Upload a Resume or CV Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum file size: 268.44MB Your application is not complete until we have received a letter of recommendation form. See link below. Link To Letter Of Recommendation Form If you are human, leave this field blank.
