Welcome to the Leadership Training Institute

The Leadership Training Institute is a 4-day intensive institute for early to mid-level social and behavioral researchers who are women and/or persons of color interested in advancing their careers.

The goals of the LTI are specifically designed to help researchers

  • Establish career goals that match with personal and professional priorities
  • Address specific challenges and opportunities for diverse researchers
  • Navigate the funding world at various career stages
  • Build networks to support research and career advancement
  • Expand research team management and leadership skills

Faculty bios and a draft agenda are available that demonstrate the format and content of the LTI. Download the flier for the LTI here.

When and Where

The 2008 Leadership Training Institute will be held October 19-22, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, MD

Research Support and Participation

This LTI is presented as part of a funded research contract from the National Institute of Mental Health (HHSN271200774104C). The study is designed to identify the most effective way to provide women and persons of color with the information and training they need to achieve high level academic research and executive leadership positions. All applicants accepted to the LTI must also consent to take part in the research study to be eligible to participate. Please see the FAQ section to get more information about the role of research participants.