Program Structure
Phase 1: Members
Phase 2: Leadership Fellows
Phase 3: Advanced Leadership Fellows
1. Mindful Leader Program
2. Capstone Experience
3. Peer Facilitators
4. Program Assistants

Mindful Leader Program

Program Structure
Phase 1: Members
Phase 2: Leadership Fellows
Phase 3: Advanced Leadership Fellows
1. Mindful Leader Program
2. Capstone Experience
3. Peer Facilitators
4. Program Assistants

The Mindful Leader is a six-month, contemplative practices program comprised of a series of bimonthly, mindfulness and leadership-related discussions, workshops, and other experiential learning opportunities that provides participants with diverse approaches to cultivating mindfulness and the language and skills to practice the habits of mindful leadership.

To be mindful means to be present, focused and aware as we engage with others and the world around us. Mindful leadership is to embody and lead with a mindset of dignity, self-reflection, compassion, and generosity.

Participants will

Incorporate readings, speaker presentations, contemplative arts workshops and activities to help envision and design a mindful organization — from writing a mission statement to creating a business plan and everything else in between.
Learn and deepen self-compassion and compassion for others to more effectively lead diverse and inclusive teams.
Resource, collaborate and create a supportive and sustainable community with your cohort peers.
Learn and practice mindfulness, and other contemplative practices to strengthen your capacity to lead with excellence, inspire others, and critically engage the world.

Time investment

Introductory cohort dinner (Fall)
Weekend retreat (Fall)
Four hours per month includes one workshop and one cohort discussion per month (Fall and Winter)
Final showcase (Winter)

Eligibility

BLI Fellows who have completed ALA 170 or 175.
Active in the BLI community through activities and/or other programs.
Have the desire to develop personal mindfulness, cultivate personal growth, and transform your life and work.