Building Leadership
The Indigenous Leadership Academy (ILA) is breaking new ground with a program that integrates Indigenous leadership principles. What sets ILA apart is its focus on cultivating not just current Tribal leaders, but also emerging Indigenous leaders in Arizona and nationwide. Launched in January 2022 with vital support from Arizona Public Service (APS). Since its launch, ILA has partnered with the National Center, the National Congress of American Indians, various schools at ASU, and esteemed professors to develop a compelling brand and curriculum that has successfully attracted emerging Indigenous and community leaders from across Arizona and the entire nation. This signature program is dedicated to empowering the next generation of Tribal leaders. As of October 2024, ILA has welcomed 133 participants, representing 63 Tribal Nations from 28 states and D.C., with over half of our cohort participants, 54%, hailing from Arizona.