Source: WESTERN GOVERNORS FOUNDATION submitted to NRP
WESTERN GOVERNORS` LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Sponsoring Institution
National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Project Status
COMPLETE
Funding Source
AFRI COMPETITIVE GRANT
Reporting Frequency
Annual
Accession No.
1028443
Grant No.
2022-67023-37044
Cumulative Award Amt.
$15,000.00
Proposal No.
2021-13281
Multistate No.
(N/A)
Project Start Date
Jul 1, 2022
Project End Date
Jun 30, 2024
Grant Year
2022
Program Code
[A1661]- Innovation for Rural Entrepreneurs and Communities
Recipient Organization
WESTERN GOVERNORS FOUNDATION
1600 BROADWAY SUITE 1700
DENVER,CO 802024901
Performing Department
(N/A)
Non Technical Summary
This project will support a conference in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on July 24-28, 2022. We hope to honor and encourage the future development of Native American leadership by inviting several young Native American leaders to attend the Western Governors' Leadership Institute and 2022 Annual Meeting of the Western Governors' Association.The goal of the Western Governors' Leadership Institute is to recognize and reward the effective exercise of leadership by young adults across the West, and to promote and encourage its future development. Tribal representation will not only benefit the Native American delegates but will enhance the quality of the program with rich cultural diversity and unique perspectives.This grant will permit us to sponsor a group of Native American delegates who will develop their own leadership skills and provide great value to the social exchange among emerging and existing leaders. Funds will also be used to bring in speakers who will provide tools, experience, and expertise to inspire these young adults to incite positive change in their communities.Upon conclusion of the leadership seminar and annual meeting, we believe that the delegates will have a better understanding of themselves as leaders and be better prepared to serve as effective leaders in their communities. The Western Governors' Leadership Institute represents a unique opportunity to assemble young adults from across the West and inspire them to lead us into the future.
Animal Health Component
(N/A)
Research Effort Categories
Basic
(N/A)
Applied
(N/A)
Developmental
(N/A)
Classification

Knowledge Area (KA)Subject of Investigation (SOI)Field of Science (FOS)Percent
80660503080100%
Knowledge Area
806 - Youth Development;

Subject Of Investigation
6050 - Communities, areas, and regions;

Field Of Science
3080 - Sociology;
Goals / Objectives
The goal of the Western Governors' Leadership Institute is to recognize and reward the effective exercise of leadership by young adults across the West, and to promote and encourage its future development. The specific goal of this grant is to ensure the inclusion and participation of Native American leaders in our programming.Objectives include:Publicly recognize young leaders and offer them tools, resources, and inspiration to be effective leaders.Encourage the dynamic and respectful exchange of ideas and opinions.Help build leadership muscle and confidence.
Project Methods
This proposal is for a venture that will engage Native American youth in a forum built to develop, inspire, and cultivate personal and leadership skills. The conference will be held July 24 - 28, 2022, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho at the Coeur d'Alene resort. The amount requested is $15,000.00 to support an immersive and valuable experience for tribal delegates at the Western Governors' Leadership forum.3 to 5 tribal delegates will be chosen by tribal leaders and community members and approved by the Western Governors' Foundation's Board of Directors consisting of Chair Dennis Daugaard, former Governor or South Dakota, Vice Chair Brian Sandoval, former Governor of Nevada, Matt Mead, former Governor of Wyoming, Steve Bullock, former Governor of Montana, and Governor David Ige, Governor of Hawaii. Delegates will be between the ages of 21 and 25 at the start of the program and must be a member of a tribe residing in the Western Governors' Association's footprint: Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Kansas, Oklahoma, Alaska, Hawaii, Norther Mariana Islands, Guam, or American Samoa.

Progress 07/01/22 to 01/31/23

Outputs
Target Audience:The Western Governors' Leadership Institute Forum was designed to recognize and reward the effective exercise of leadership by young adults accross the Western United States. young adults ages 21-25 from the 19 Western States and three U.S. territories represented by the Western Govenrors' Association were eligible to submit an application to take part in the forum. Changes/Problems:One of the issues faced at the beginning of the process was connecting with tribal candidates in ways that we could be assured were culturally appropriate. Our solution was to collaborate with the Western Extension Directors Association who assisted with the application and selection process for our tribal cohort, and educated our staff on points of cultural importance. Their close relationships with Western Tribes made them an invaluable partner as we worked to ensure the best possible experience for our trial delegates. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided? The four day program is designed to provide young leaders with ample leadership training and opportunities for professional development. Delegates attend an exclusive one-day leadership forum where they converse with leaders across the West who share leadership skills, ideas, and lessons to assist the delegates with personalized leadership development. Following the leadership forum, delegates attend the annual meeting of the Western Governors' Association where they listen to panels of experts discuss pressing issues in the West, hear from state and Federal officials, and participate in a delegate panel. The meeting also provides a myriad of networking opportunities where delegates hone their networking skills and develop valuable connections. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?Through this funding opportunity, the program was able to support a tribal delegation who fully participated in, and benefit from, the Western Governors' Leadership Institute. The tribal delegates were able to meet and interact with regional and national leaders, expand their professional networks, and participate in the building of leadership muscle and confidence. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals? All delegates are tracked into our alumni program where their opportunities for professional growth continues. The tribal delegates will have the opportunity to continue to develop their leadership skills through networks and opportunities provided by the Western Governors' Foundation. Opportunities include but are not limited to publication and public media offers, additional networking events with national and regional leaders, and access to exclusive leadership resources and materials. ?

Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals? Delegates participated in the dynamic and respectful exchange of ideas and opinions with each other as well as with thought leaders across the West. As part of the leadership forum, they heard from, discussed, and asked questions of current and former Governors, Governors' staff, Presidents, and CEOs. Throughout the experience, delegates were presented with tools to build leadership muscle and confidence. Delegates were also recognized as emerging leadership talent. They were honored on stage by Governors, congratulated in person on their accomplishments by prominent leaders in the West, recognized by sponsors of the Western Governors' Association, and publicized by media outlets across the region.

Publications

  • Type: Conference Papers and Presentations Status: Other Year Published: 2022 Citation: The Western Governors' Leadership Forum was held July 24-28, 2022. We will attach documentation (e.g. agendas, publications, etc.) if possible through this reporting mechanism.