Emerging Leaders Institute

ELI Resources

A collection of leadership development resources, tools, articles, books, websites, and templates to support Emerging Leaders Institute participants and alumni.

“Successful leadership is a by-product of those resources that you are able to access throughout the course of your career—resources that are not given to you, but rather earned as a result of hard work, sacrifices, respect from your peers and career coaches, and the failures that taught you lessons along the way.”

— Glenn Llopis, Forbes

Resource Library

Over the years, the Emerging Leaders Institute has compiled a growing library of resources shared by Community Action leaders and partners across New York State and the nation.

These materials support leadership development, career growth, reflective practice, team building, and effective Community Action work.

What’s Included

Articles & Readings

Leadership-focused articles and readings that support reflection, discussion, and professional growth.

Toolkits & Templates

Practical materials that can support planning, communication, supervision, and leadership practice.

Books & Websites

Recommended books, websites, and online resources for continued learning beyond the program.

Community Action Resources

Materials connected to Community Action practice, network leadership, and mission-centered service.

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Access the full ELI resource packet as a downloadable PDF.

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