OUR MISSION

The mission of the Leadership Fort Wayne organization is to train, prepare and inspire individuals to positively impact the community through meaningful engagement. The core value of Leadership Fort Wayne is servant leadership.

PROGRAMS

Leadership Fort Wayne achieves its mission through eight programs: Leadership Fort Wayne (LFW), Northeast Indiana Nonprofit Alliance (NINA), Youth Leadership Fort Wayne (YLFW), the Best Practice Neighborhood Initiative (BPNI), Regional Leadership Experience (RLE), Northeast Indiana Connectors Project, Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD), and Youth as Resources (YAR).

LFW

The LFW program consists of nine full-day programs (September through May), an opening two-day retreat, a closing retreat, opportunities for hands-on experience, and an internship on a not-for-profit board of directors. Area leaders and experts provide information about the community and its history, institutions, socio-economic composition, and current issues. Training sessions develop participants' leadership skills and capacities.

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NINA

The Northeast Indiana Nonprofit Alliance (NINA) is a membership organization for area nonprofit organizations. Its mission is to strengthen nonprofits through leadership and organizational development.

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YLFW

Youth Leadership Fort Wayne is modeled after the adult LFW program. It consists of an orientation, five full program sessions and two retreats. Participants have the opportunity to meet and learn from leaders and experts in the community, discuss issues, explore community resources, visit a variety of sites, and be involved in hands-on activities.

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LEAD

LEAD is a leadership development program for middle school students taught by the LEAD Facilitators who are graduates of Youth Leadership Fort Wayne. LEAD offers the opportunity for middle school and high school youth to work together to discover and develop their leadership skills.

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YAR

Youth as Resources gives small grants to youth groups to help them perform community service projects. YAR challenges youth to identify community needs and to use their skills, creativity and energy to make Allen County a better place.

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