Schedule

The NAWDP Leadership Academy is a yearlong experience designed to build leadership capacity and empower workforce development professionals to lead with confidence, strategy, and vision. Participants can expect a structured yet dynamic schedule that balances core learning with opportunities for self-reflection and collaboration.

This schedule outlines the key milestones, sessions, and opportunities that participants can look forward to throughout the cohort year—including interactive learning, leadership assessments, peer collaboration, and real-world application. From kickoff to capstone, each step is thoughtfully curated to foster growth, reflection, and long-term impact.

From kickoff to capstone, each step is thoughtfully curated to ensure participants not only gain knowledge but also practice and refine their leadership skills—leaving them with tools and strategies they can apply immediately and carry forward for long-term impact.