Iowa N.E.W. Leadership is an intensive institute designed to empower women and increase the participation of individuals who may not traditionally serve in public sectors. The institute experience is built around a challenging curriculum that develops self-awareness, knowledge and skills in key areas, including strategic communication, policy analysis, philanthropy, negotiation, community development, professional sustainability, relationship-building, productive engagement with difference, conflict, and collaboration.

This Program Serves

• All students are encouraged to apply, particularly women and individuals who may not traditionally serve in public sectors.
• Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time in ANY post-secondary academic institution in Iowa (regardless of state or nation of residence), or in another state (for Iowa residents)

• All fields of study in any academic discipline