Leadership Material
Three Ways Philanthropy Can Help Expand the Leadership Pool in Vermont
“Local government—and local democracy in America—is one of the most well-coordinated and most successful volunteer efforts in the history of the world.”
But there’s no question that government leadership is getting more complicated. Even at the local level, you see fewer people wanting to take on this challenge, “…and that’s concerning,” notes Ted Brady, executive director of the Vermont League of Cities and Towns. In this brief, find three actions you can take to expand Vermont’s leadership pool, including more women, people of color, LGBTQ+ candidates, and others who are under-represented.
In this brief, discover:
- Expert commentary on why Vermont’s leadership lacks diversity across the board
- Three actions to take today to support emerging leaders
- Suggested resources for deeper reading
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Coming together to discuss, debate, and decide everything from funding a new town snowplow, to who we elect to be President of the United States happens within our democratic institutions. In Vermont government and beyond, we rely on strong, community-based leaders.
