EXTENDED - 2024 NELLS: Emerging Leaders Program Application Deadline
Friday, June 07, 2024
Category: NELLS
Thank you for your interest in the NELLS Emerging Leaders program! This program is designed to be an introduction to library leadership. It is most appropriate for early to mid-career library workers who have demonstrated potential to become leaders in the field, or who aspire to hold leadership positions. A Master’s degree in Library Science is not required in order to participate. Application deadline has been extended until June 7th, 2024! Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by July 1, 2024. Questions about the program? Please contact NELLS Chair, Jenn Bruneau at [email protected]. Questions about your membership? Please contact Megan Bishop at [email protected]. Apply TodayFacilitator & Program This program will be facilitated by Jami Yazdani, MLIS, of Yazdani Consulting and Facilitation. Jami has more than fifteen years of experience in libraries in progressively responsible positions, including more than twelve years in leadership roles. She has delivered training to a wide range of professionals, from bankers to dermatologists to librarians. Participants in this cohort will have access to speakers, mentors, supplemental readings, and other emerging leaders throughout the program, which will focus on developing and understanding leadership styles, discussing issues in library leadership, and building a leadership toolkit. All graduates will have the opportunity to stay connected with their cohort after the program has ended to continue to foster relationships and seek support from one another. Location & Cost Information The cohort will meet in person from August 5th - 7th at Southern New Hampshire State University, and will hold weekly virtual sessions on Thursday mornings from 10:30am - 12pm from August 15th through October 3rd. The cost of this program is $525, which includes participation in all virtual sessions, access to course materials, and food and lodging for the in-person component. Payment will be due by August 1. Application Directions & Supplemental Materials
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