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ACNM's inaugural Students LEAD (
Learn,
Engage,
Ascend,
Deliver) Leadership Development Program empowers midwifery students to enhance their potential and maximize their performance in developing authentic leadership skills, designing a vision to support their academic and professional goals, improving communication and relationship skills, and setting goals towards contributing to the betterment of themselves and their schools, communities, and professional organization. As a participant, you will be introduced to leadership skills and practice applying them through interactive learning activities.
Program ScheduleSunday November 1, 2020 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET
Sunday November 8, 2020 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET
Sunday November 15, 2020 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET
(includes collaborative session with Midwives LEAD attendees)
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Eligibility Requirements
- Current member of ACNM
- Enrolled as a full-time or part-time student in an accredited midwifery program
All eligible students are encouraged to apply, especially those who have not traditionally seen themselves represented among the leaders in ACNM.
Application RequirementsApplicants must submit a one-page letter of recommendation from an ACNM member or your Midwifery Program Director, your resume/CV, and 500-word, one-page summary discussing at least three of the topics listed below. Previous leadership experience is not required to attend this program; however, potential for leadership advancement will be strongly considered and should be addressed in your summary.
- Creative thinking and problem solving
- Challenging the status quo
- Enriching diversity
- Leading a team or project to achieve a common goal
- Effective communication
- A positive role model
- Leadership in organizations (inside or outside the profession)
- Building professional relationships
Application SelectionSpace in this program is limited to 50 attendees.
Apply here.
Price per Attendee: $159.00
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact
[email protected].