This program is unique, not only in this community but across the country. Other colleges and universities want INPM to share this model. Why is it unique? Because it specifically addresses the leadership development needs of people of color, and was developed by and for people of color who work in nonprofit organizations serving diverse populations. It is unique because it is based on a set of beliefs that leadership is not so much about developing individuals but on developing communities to serve diverse ethnic populations.

The program uses a spiritual, familial and multicultural approach to leadership development, a model consistent with the values of communities it serves.

Leadership Fellows participate in intensive education and training for a full year and may participate in a second year. They develop cross-cultural networks for organization and community problem solving; design and implement a project to serve the community; and can earn university credit toward undergraduate and graduate degree programs in nonprofit studies.

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