Leadership Institute

“I was appointed to the State of Idaho Governors Roundtable on Obesity and Exercise, because that was my project during the Leadership Institute. I was elected to the Idaho State Board of Medicine licensing division for dietitians. I attribute this to my reputation as being a fair person and a good negotiator…skills that I honed during my leadership experience.”

—participant, 2007

Dynamic Times Require Innovative Leadership

The Northwest Public Health Leadership Institute (NWPHLI) is designed to strengthen the leadership capacity of the public health workforce in the Northwest. Leadership Institute scholars engage in a year-long experience to develop strategic leadership techniques through in-depth exploration of topics such as systems thinking and change management. 

Participants

NWPHLI scholars come from urban and rural areas, as well as state, tribal, and local agencies from NWCPHP partner regions. While the majority of leadership scholars work in governmental organizations, NWPHLI encourages professionals from community-based organizations and direct-service health care organizations to apply.

Results

After completing NWPHLI, scholars frequently report that they will continue their public health careers with increased confidence. NWPHLI gives scholars a deeper knowledge of their strengths and growth areas. And finally, the scholars have formed a strong network with each other that will be a resource to them for years to come.