Just Transition Leadership Program

Just Transition Leadership Program

Overview: Front and Centered's initiative to equip community leaders with skills and knowledge needed to drive systemic change and advance a Just Transition across Washington State.

Geographic Scope: Washington State

Focus Areas:

Community organizing

Intercultural communication

Grassroots leadership

Collective leadership development

Intersection of social, environmental, and climate justice

Policy knowledge for environmental justice work

Target Audience:

Community leaders from historically disenfranchised communities

BIPOC leaders

Communities of color

Low-income communities

Indigenous peoples

Early to mid-career community leaders

Program Duration: Nine months of intensive training

Support Provided:

Stipend: All participants receive a stipend for active participation

Travel and Lodging: Program covers all travel and lodging expenses for in-person activities, including site visits across Washington State

Emergency Funding: Available to address barriers to participation

Learning Components:

- Experiential learning modules
- Site visits across Washington State
- Peer mentoring
- Professional development

Key Features:

Removes financial barriers to participation

Centers voices and experiences of historically disenfranchised communities

Emphasizes collective leadership and collaborative action

Builds networks of leaders who support and empower one another

Contact: Front and Centered

Address: 2800 1st Avenue, Suite 201, Seattle, WA 98121

Phone: 206-487-4303

Email: [email protected]