Latino Board Leadership Academy (LBLA)

Latino Board Leadership Academy (LBLA)

Funder: Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley

Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley (Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties)

Program Type: Leadership development and training program

Overview:
A comprehensive 10-week leadership training program designed to train Latinos to serve as board members of nonprofit organizations. LBLA addresses the leadership gap in the nonprofit sector by recruiting, training, and guiding Latinos to maximize their power of giving and community impact.

Program Goals:

Recruit and train Latino leaders for nonprofit board service

Develop skills as leaders and integrate cultural competence

Build a strong network of Latino peers across Silicon Valley

Address representation gaps in nonprofit leadership

Program Impact:

Over 400 Senior Fellows (Graduates) as of 2019

75% of graduates serve as board members

70% serve as board members in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties

Eligibility:

Latino individuals interested in nonprofit board service

Demonstrated commitment to community leadership

Available to participate in 10-week academy (may be offered online or in-person)

Class Information:

Class XVI mentioned in April 2020 materials

Class XVIII announced for 2021

Limited seating available

Format:

10-week intensive academy

In-person or online delivery (flexible based on circumstances)

Peer network building with fellow cohort members

Leadership skill development

Cultural competence training

Contact Information:
Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley
1961 The Alameda
San Jose, California 95126