Leadership Center of Arlington

The Leadership Center of Arlington brings together a diverse group of rising 11th and 12th-graders for its annual Inspire Youth Leadership Program.

This week-long, immersive summer experience empowers these young leaders with the inspiration and tools to develop their leadership skills and make a difference in their community.

Limited space is available for summer 2026.

Learn more and apply: https://www.leadercenter.org/inspire-youth-leadership-program/

If you are a current or aspiring nonprofit board member or nonprofit leader with direct board responsibilities, check out our On Board program.

During this one-day training, participants learn from a variety of field experts and will come away with a clear path for effective and meaningful board management and service.

Learn more and register: leadercenter.org/on-board/

Today is the final day to apply for our Lead and Ignite community leadership programs: https://www.leadercenter.org/leadership-development-programs/

Whether you are an established leader looking to strengthen your personal, organizational, and community impact, or a rising leader ready to grow your skills and connections, these programs are designed to help you take the next step.

The best leaders never stop working to improve themselves. Explore how our community leadership programs, 🔥 Lead and 🔥 Ignite, can help established leaders strengthen their impact and rising leaders develop.

Applications for the Classes of 2027 are due by Friday, May 22: https://www.leadercenter.org/leadership-development-programs/

Join us at Causes & Cocktails to network with civic-minded individuals, connect with local organizations, and learn how you can get involved in creating positive change.

Register for free: https://volunteerarlington.org/events/causes-and-cocktails/

If you are looking for a way to support housing in our community, join us at our Causes & Cocktails ❤️ 🍸 event on June 9 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Register for free: https://volunteerarlington.org/causes-and-cocktails

We are still feeling inspired by the amazing connections and perspectives shared at our recent Leadership Summit.

Enjoy some additional pictures and 🗓️ mark your calendar to join us next year on May 5, 2027!

Community leadership programs are unique, and the Leadership Center of Arlington offers great opportunities for established leaders to strengthen their impact and for rising leaders to develop.

If you are interested in our Lead or Ignite programs, it is time to apply!

Applications for Lead and Ignite are due by Friday, May 22.

🔥 Lead: https://www.leadercenter.org/leadership-development-programs/lead/
🔥 Ignite: https://www.leadercenter.org/leadership-development-programs/ignite/

Your path to civic engagement starts here. Use this simple framework to get started!

Download the plan: https://volunteerarlington.org/my-civic-engagement-plan/

Explore our My Civ Plan to identify your values, causes you care about, and how to get involved in your community.

Learn more and download the plan: https://volunteerarlington.org/my-civic-engagement-plan/

Welcome to Arlington! Thank you to the Arlington ISCC and Arlington County Virginia – Government for the opportunity for the Leadership Center of Arlington to be part of the refreshed welcome sign on Langston Boulevard.

Read the ARLnow article about the updated sign:

Longstanding ‘Welcome to Arlington’ sign gets a facelift on Langston Blvd | ARLnow.com If the "Welcome to Arlington" sign on eastbound Langston Blvd in East Falls Church has seemed a bit brighter in recent months, there's a good reason. A collaborative effort between the Inter-Service Club Council (ISCC) of Arlington and county government has delivered a refresh for the signage, which...

It was an honor recognizing Diane Kresh, Director, Arlington VA Public Library, with the 2026 Torch Award for Ethical Leadership last week.

To learn more about her impact, read her remarks from the award presentation at our Leadership Summit: https://library.arlingtonva.us/2026/05/08/director-diane-kresh-receives-2026-torch-award/