New Leaders Council

Those first 7 seconds are your chance to show why you're ready to drive transformative change.

you set the stage for the entire conversation. Let your passion for community leadership shine from the start! 🌟 Pro Tip: Start strong! Smile, make eye contact, and lead with your enthusiasm for NLC's mission.

🕒 Did you know you only have 7 seconds to make a first impression? In your NLC interview, those first moments can shape how you're perceived as a leader. From the way you enter the room (or log into the virtual meeting) to your body language,

And of course, we couldn’t end the day without shouting out NLC’s very own BOSS, Karen Pandy-Cherry, who truly embodies what it means to be a true "boss". We thank you and appreciate you!

These bosses embody what it means to be a true "BOSS:" Build Opportunities, Open Doors, Shape Futures, and Spark Change. Thank you for showing us that leadership is about more than just a title—it's about impact, resilience, and community.

Happy National Boss's Day! Today, we honor the trailblazers within NLC who lead with our core values every day, making waves in their workplaces and communities.

In honor of this day, please take time to look up the land you are on and learn more about its painful history and those who traditionally call it home. ⁠To learn about the land you occupy, please visit Native Land Digital at native-land.ca.⁠

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a day to honor the resilience of Indigenous peoples and acknowledge the centuries of harm that have been done to them.

Individual chapters have different application and interview schedules. Communication will be provided on applicants who have advanced to interviews.

How you show up matters, so we want you to show your personality while also giving space to passionately describe your issues. Who can relate?

It's almost time for 2025 New Leaders Council Institute interviews! We encourage you to show up authentically during interviews, we're interested in getting to know the real you.

We are grateful to our NLC Hispanic and Latinx family and friends for ensuring that our Hispanic and Latinx community is represented within our NLC Family and for providing a voice.

New Leaders Council is proud to celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15th! Today, and every day, we honor the achievements and contributions of the Latinx community to our nation through its people, language, and culture.⁠

Ever wondered what the symbols of Rosh Hashanah mean? Shofar: Blown to mark the start of the Jewish New Year. Apples and Honey: A wish for a sweet year ahead. Pomegranate: Represents abundance and the 613 mitzvot (commandments).

New Leaders Council would like to wish our Jewish family a Happy New Year as they celebrated Rosh Hashanah from Wednesday to Friday this week!

Nov/Dec 2024 - Fellows intake to accept seats Dec 2024 - National Fellows’ announcement Jan 2025 - Institute Begins (chapters will follow up with exact dates) Questions? Reach out to info@newleaderscouncil.org.

May 1, 2024 - Applications opened Oct 2, 2024 - Applications closed Early to Mid Oct 2024 - Applications reviewed by chapter selections teams *We are here. Late Oct/Early Nov - Interviews for applicants who advanced Nov/Dec 2024 - Accepted applicants notified

Wondering what's happening next for 2025 New Leaders Council Institute? Take a peek at our timeline. Please note that individual dates will vary among chapters, so these are general timelines of what to expect.

Complete your application before apps close at newleaderscouncil.org/apply.

- Celebrate Your Journey: Completing this application is an accomplishment in itself. Recognize your dedication and resilience. Now, hit submit before 11 AM ET / 10 AM CT / 9 AM PT on Wednesday with confidence and pride—your leadership journey with NLC is just beginning!

- Embrace the Outcome: Remember, no matter the result, this application doesn’t define your worth or potential. The impact you’ve made and will continue to make is what truly matters.