Welcome to the Virginia Leadership Institute

The Virginia Leadership Institute was founded in 2006 and aims to increase the number of black elected officials in Virginia to 500 by 2026, by:

  • Providing education and training opportunities
  • Providing mentoring opportunities
  • Expanding communication tools and informational resources in Virginia

VLI in the News

VLI Board Member featured in Alexandria Times

VLI featured on NPR-WAMU

VLI featured on the Virginia Legislative Review Hosted by Delegate Ken Plum

Washington Times Profiles Virginia Leadership Institute

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The VLI is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Make a secure, tax deductible donation to VLI TODAY, and help us increase the number of black elected officials in Virginia.

 

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Upcoming Events

Sept. 24 Awards Reception

Nov. 15 Communications Training

2909 16th Street, S, Arlington, VA 9:30am-1:30pm