Existing & Developing Leadership Institutes and Programs

These leadership institutes and programs are dedicated to meeting the local grassroots needs by developing and enhancing individual and organizational leadership and management for improving and promoting the health of communities. They provide a unique learning experience for a broad array of public health professionals and others who are integral to the development of healthy communities. Through the development of leadership skills and shared vision, the institutes/programs facilitate creative, integrated, and collaborative approaches to the achievement of the Public Health Core Functions and Essential Public Health Services. These institutes and programs are developing an extensive network of public health leaders with an increased capacity to strengthen the relationship among public health practitioners, health care service providers, academia and communities.