- Webcast training (monthly)
- In-depth kick-off session
- Two-day workshop in the Washington, DC area
- Monthly small group virtual roundtable discussions on differing topics
- Ability to engage with WLI alumni and leaders in the water sector
- Final project
- Final wrap-up workshop at WEFTECÂ
Below you will find some dates for the 2027 program using the topics from 2026. Every year, the steering committee works to update the topics to ensure they are relevant. You can see 2025’s full program at the link below for reference.
Curriculum
| November 9, 2026 | Application Opens |
| January 11, 2027 | Application Deadline |
| March 2027 | WLI Cohort selected and notified in early March 2026 |
| April 2027 | WLI Kick Off Call – Welcome and Overview of Program |
| April – September 2027 | Webcasts and virtual discussions. Tentative topics:Strengths-Based LeadershipExploring all PerspectivesManaging and LeadingLeading with Emotional IntelligenceEntrepreneurship and Innovation |
| May 2027 – dates TBD | Two Day Face-to-Face Workshop in Washington, DC area |
| September 26, 2027 | WEFTEC WLI Workshop in Chicago |
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