The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) would like to acknowledge and thank the W.K. Kellogg Foundation for their generous support of this program.
What is the ABM Leadership Academy?The ABM Leadership Academy is designed to provide participants with transferable leadership skills, mentoring from breastfeeding experts, and the ability to uniquely advocate for and support under-served communities, addressing racial disparities, and increasing healthcare equity and access. Selected participants should expect to develop skills that enhance their:
What are the components of the Leadership Academy?If selected to participate in the ABM Leadership Academy, participants commit to:
*Virtual kickoff will take place as two half-day sessions on Tuesday, September 21 and Wednesday, September 22
What is a Leadership Project?To utilize the leadership training and education conducted throughout the Leadership Academy, all participants will complete an individual leadership project. These projects should involve leadership activities such as working with a team or gathering support from stakeholders. Potential projects should be focused on the field of breastfeeding medicine, supporting the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine through innovation, addressing racial and health inequities, and advocacy.
What are the dates for the 2022 - 2023 ABM Leadership Academy?
Is there a fee to participate? Is financial assistance available?Yes. Tuition Fees:
Tuition Fees are the responsibility of the applicant. The grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation supports waiver of fees, Annual International Meeting registration fee, and flight and hotel accommodations for those representing and/or serving in vulnerable or under-served communities in the US, Mexico or Haiti. You may apply for this waiver inside the application process.
Who can apply?The ABM Leadership Academy eligibility requirements are:
How do I apply?This year's application is closed! Who should I contact if I have questions?Applicants can contact staff at [email protected] with any questions. |