OUT IN FRONT
Mission—Out in Front fosters the development of effective, engaged, and passionate leaders in order to build a thriving Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community.
Vision—A strong Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community with equality that supports, nurtures and protects its diverse members and organizations.
Values—Inclusive, Relevant, Inspirational, Accountable
Out in Front will launch a pilot training program in late February, 2009 for 12-15 participants. Over five months, students will gain the essential skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to serve on non-profit boards and in staff positions at community nonprofits, represent LGBT community needs at local businesses, corporations and government agencies, or lead the community in other roles.
Program Components
Leadership training and instruction
Organizational and financial management training
One-on-one mentoring by community leaders
Group project benefiting the LGBT community
Networking opportunities
Self reflection and personal strength awareness
Celebration
Selection Criteria
Individuals who identify as a sexual or gender minority within the broadest sphere of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community or straight allies with demonstrated understanding and commitment to equality for LGBT individuals and families
With a commitment to inclusion, we desire a diverse class of participants.
Achievements that demonstrate initiative or exceeding expectations
Demonstrated ability to grasp complex issues and develop collaborative solutions
Commitment to community involvement
Interest in the empowerment, equality, and vitality of the LGBT community
Participant Expectations
Participants will attend an orientation (2/19), three all-day Saturday seminars (2/28, 5/30, 6/20), one Friday seminar (3/27), one weekend retreat (4/25-26), and a final graduation dinner (6/25). In addition, participants will meet up to two to three hours per month for various community assignments and mentor meetings. This may include shadowing the mentor during an important meeting or presentation accompanied with debrief.
Participants selected for the pilot program are expected to attend each session, from opening to close, without exception. Homework assignments are also likely between sessions. Please let us know of any anticipated challenges with these expectations. Certificates of Completion for the Out In Front course of study will be awarded to only those participants who attend all events and complete all work.
Tuition
Tuition for the 2009 Pilot Program is $200. Please contact us if you need financial assistance.
2009 Program Schedule
Core Component | Date | |
Orientation | Welcome and Introductions | 2/19/2009 |
Session One | Introduction to Leadership & History of the LGBT Community | 2/28/2009 |
Session Two | Leadership through Advocacy **At the Capitol in Olympia | 3/27/2009 *Friday* |
Session Three | Diversity in Leadership **Overnight Retreat** | 4/25-26/2009 |
Session Four | The Business of Leadership | 5/30/2009 |
Session Five | The Future of Leadership in the LGBT Community | 6/20/2009 |
Graduation | Celebration Dinner | 6/25/2009 |
I __________________________________ agree I am available and will attend all scheduled sessions on the dates designated above from opening to close.
Out In Front Steering Committee
Michael Auch, David Beard, Michael Gilmore, Marsha Botzer, Lonnie Lusardo, Anna Markee, Senator Ed Murray, Jeff Sakuma, Uriel Ybarra
OUT IN FRONT Application for
the 2009 Pilot Project
Application Deadline: December 5, 2008
Please complete this form, attach a current resume with two references and answer the essay questions on a separate document. Deadline: December 5, 2008.
Send signed, completed application packets to outinfrontseattle@gmail.com or
Out in Front
c/o The Diversity Collaborative
2616 East Thomas Street
Seattle, WA 98112
Name: _________________________________
Address: _________________________________
_________________________________
Email: _________________________________
Phone: _________________________________
Current Employer, position and primary responsibility:
Community involvement including volunteer roles and accomplishments:
Education, training or certification:
Awards or Honors:
Please write a short essay (250 words) addressing the following question.
In your assessment, what are the most urgent needs in Seattle’s LGBT Community?
4. Please provide brief answers to the following questions:
Describe examples of how you have demonstrated leadership in any area of your life including employment, volunteering, family, etc.
What unique perspectives, skills, or experiences would you add to the class?
What do you recognize as your own skills, knowledge and ability limitations that you would like to address in this program?
How do you expect to apply the training you receive in Out in Front?
Our goal is to create a diverse group of participants. To that end, please respond to the following optional questions:
Age: ______
Gender Identity: _________________________
Ethnic Background: ___________________________________________
Sexual Orientation: ___________________________________________
Other Identities: _____________________________
OUT IN FRONT Commitment
If I am selected, I will arrange my schedule so I am available for all sessions - from opening to close.
Name _________________________________________ Date ____________
A mentor may be assigned to you during your Out In Front experience. Would you prefer a mentor with experience in:
Private sector (corporation, business)
Public sector (government agency)
Non-profit sector?
How did you hear about this program?
Friend
Direct Mail
Other ___________________________________
Out in Front Pilot Leadership Training Program Application