East-West Center Advanced Leadership Program 2027 (Funded)

Overview

The East-West Center Advanced Leadership Program provides established professionals with an opportunity to engage in leadership education and development while advancing their professional learning. Designed for a small cohort, the program combines independent work, reflection, research, and professional exploration with the chance to design and facilitate learning experiences in the Asia-Pacific Leadership Program.

Participants create a Professional Development Plan detailing their learning objectives, anticipated activities, and expected outcomes, with ongoing support from the Leadership Program team. Fellows collaborate to co-design and deliver sessions, engage in peer coaching, network with visiting scholars and practitioners, and participate in center seminars and events.

Who can apply

Applicants must possess a minimum of ten years of progressive professional experience demonstrating a clear trajectory of advancing responsibility and impact. Candidates should also have a leadership track record in professional, public, or personal realms, alongside an interest in leadership education and development or a related field. Additional qualifications include international experience, language skills, and a commitment to the future of the Asia-Pacific region.

What you get

The program covers several expenses for participants, including accommodation in an East-West Center residential hall up to US $2,181 and a monthly stipend of up to US $1,000 for living expenses. Additional provisions include J-1 visa sponsorship and SEVIS fee reimbursement upon arrival in Hawaiʻi for non-United States citizens, travel health insurance during the program, and proprietary course materials for required events, workshops, guest speakers, and staff activities.

Key dates

The program runs from June 1 to July 31, 2027. The application deadline is November 15, 2026.