
Indigenous Leadership Academy
What is the Indigenous Leadership Academy

The ILA is the first program inclusive of indigenous leadership principles within an IDEA landscape. The differentiating factor for this program is that it is not for just Tribal leaders, it's for emerging Indigenous leaders in Arizona and nationally. The ILA program started in January 2022 with seed funding from Arizona Public Service (APS). By collaborating with APS, various schools at ASU, and professors, we created a brand and curriculum that attracted emerging Indigenous and community leaders from Arizona and nationwide. This signature program is committed to building the next generation of Tribal leaders.
ILA General Info
Eligibility Criteria:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be committed to attending all 10 meetings (January 2023 - April 2023)
- Must have adequate internet for Zoom
- Must commit to all required work for the cohort
- Must reside within the United States (US Residents Only)
- Must have an understanding of tribal sovereignty and tribal communities in the United States
- Must be age 21 or over
- Is interested in being an emerging leader in Indian country
- Must have a desire to positively impact your home community
- Must have a project in mind that will benefit Indian country
- Must be willing to expand knowledge, skills, and network
- Must be excited to work with a diverse group of people
- Someone who has a can-do attitude
- Must have a desire to solve an issue
Preferred Qualifications:
- Evidence of a Bachelors degree, Evidence of an AA degree, or 5 years minimum of work experience
Cost:
- The cost is $1650 for the 10-week program
- Scholarships are available and you're automatically considered upon application to ILA
Outcome:
- ASU digital certification upon completion of all work requirements