The initial cohort of WMLI participants will have the ability to work in a group setting with 10-20 peers to discuss leadership development in the workplace and the community. Participants will build their personal and professional networks while gaining leadership skills.

Participants will have the opportunity to work with professional coach and facilitator Colene Elridge for two one-on-one coaching sessions. These personalized sessions can help participants hone their skills and develop their personal brand to fit their professional and/or personal leadership goals.

Participants who are selected for the initial WMLI cohort will receive a stipend of $2,500 for their participation in the program. The stipend will be divided into multiple payments, for a total of $2,500.

Following completion of the 13 month program, participants will have the amazing opportunity to develop proposals for grant funding for needs and opportunities in Winchester/Clark County from a pool of up to $250,000 in grant funds!