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Women and Leadership
The Women and Leadership Member Community advances women in leadership by bringing together researchers, coaches, educators, practitioners and students interested in generating resources, disseminating research, and fostering the development of women leaders.
We are global community of leadership researchers, developers, master artists, and practitioners passionate about aesthetics, arts, culture, creativity, design, equity, imagination, and innovation in leadership. We are committed to cutting edge research, practice, and leadership development methods to bring about the best leaders for the future.
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Navigate ILA Intersections, an exclusive online member resource. Connect with like-minded leaders, access members-only resources, ILA’s online member directory, and much more.
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Member Community Leaders
ILA Member Community leaders serve as ILA’s trusted experts in the field of leadership
![Dionne Rosser-Mims](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Dionne-Rosser-Mims-e1673945776455.jpeg)
Dionne Rosser-Mims
President
Vice Chancellor, Troy University – Phenix City Troy University
![Chanda D. Elbert](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Elbert_Chanda_0001-e1709659189311.jpg)
Chanda D. Elbert
President-Elect
![Rita A. Gardiner](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Rita-Gardiner-Aug-photo-scaled-e1634049332370.jpg)
Rita Gardiner
Past-President
Associate Professor Critical Policy, Equity, and Leadership Studies; Western University
Contact Community Leaders at women&leadership@ilaglobalnetwork.org
Executive Leadership Team and Volunteers
Our activities and programs are organized by this dedicated team of member volunteers. If you would like to deepen your engagement, please use the email above to contact us about volunteer opportunities.
ILA Global Conference Committee 2023
Pat Clary (Co-Chair)
Adrienne Castellon (Co-Chair)
Membership and Awards Committee, Chair & or Co-Chairs (CC)
Mary Angela Baker
Pat Clary (CC)
Rita Gardiner
Liza Howe-Walsh (CC)
Vicki Wuolle
Research and Practice Committee, Chair and or Co-Chairs (CC)
Chanda Elbert
Carole Elliott
Wendy Fox Kirk
Marlene Janzen Le Ber (CC)
Jennifer Okoliko
Randal Thompson
Relationships, Outreach & Media, Chair and or Co-Chairs (CC)
Sally Deck
Carol Clyde Gallagher (CC)
Jen Jones
Dionne Michele Rosser Mims (CC)
Janée M. Morris (V)
Task force – Young Women and Leadership
Fiona Cummings
Hayley Baker (Chair)
Giftie Umo (V)
Syeda Tuba Javaid
Merike Kolga
Priorities and Projects
Awards
Recognizing and celebrating excellence in scholarship and practice though the annual W&L awards
Empower Women Globally
Enhancing the status of women and leadership worldwide by providing a forum for networking, exchanging ideas, and mentoring
Global Women Partnerships
Fostering international collaborations and building global partnerships to nurture conversations about women and leadership
Equal Power
Aligning our collective interests as change-makers to generate solutions for increasing equality in power and decision-making
Uplift Future Leaders
Collaborating with all stakeholders committed to addressing barriers and helping girls and young women become leaders
Holistic Leadership Education
Expanding leadership education and development opportunities while acknowledging, respecting, and addressing the roles-within-roles of all women
Connectedness, Inclusivity, and Authenticity
Facilitating a paradigm shift that advances women in leadership by modeling connectedness, inclusivity, and authenticity
Leadership Research
Contributing to the body of leadership scholarship and leadership development by advancing rigorous research, identifying best practices, and partnering with publishers
Recruit Members
Recruiting members of our Committees
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Presenter & Attendee Opportunities
ILA’s member communities make up the foundation of ILA’s Global Conference topic focused streams. Submit your session proposal and attend this premier conference.
Engage in Vibrant Discussions
Navigate ILA Intersections, an exclusive online member resource. Engage in vibrant discussions with like-minded leaders, access members-only resources and ILA’s online member directory.
Volunteer
Our activities and programs are organized by our dedicated team of member volunteers. If you would like to deepen your engagement, please email us about volunteer opportunities at women&leadership@ilaglobalnetwork.org.
Resources
The ILA offers a wide variety of leadership resources to help you elevate your leadership research and practice.
![Leadership Journeys Webinar. Advancing Leadership Programs Via Executive Coaching. With Dr. Carolyn Stefanco, Founder and CEO Baret Consulting](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Carolyn-Stefanco-Webinar-Revised.png)
Advancing Leadership Programs Via Executive Coaching
Live Webinar Wednesday 17 July 2024, 11am, EDT (UTC-4). Dr. Carolyn Stefanco will share her leadership journey and how she draws from the many roles she has held to support the success of executive coaching clients in their current positions and as they advance into higher levels of leadership in colleges and universities, nonprofits, and health systems.
![Graphic of Women Clapping hands](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/WLseriesannouncement800x600v.jpg)
Transformative Women Leaders – New ILA Book Series!
We’re excited to announce that the first two books in ILA’s new Transformative Women Leaders book series are now available to pre-order. Learn more about this inspired new collaboration between the ILA and Emerald Publishing that explores women leaders who are making a difference in their communities and organizations around the world.
![Jacinda Ardern](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/courtesy-Jacinda_Ardern_August_2022_New-Zealand-Government-Office-of-the-Governor-General.jpg)
Jacinda Ardern and the Challenges of Leadership
What can former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s leadership of New Zealand reveal about the complex mix of authenticity, transparency, and masking that all leaders must grapple with? ILA Fellow Suze Wilson explores this question and more.
![Phronesis Practical Wisdom for Leaders Podcast -Episode 227 - Dr. Keith Grint - A Cartography of Resistance: Leadership, Management, and Command- The official Podcast of the International Leadership Association](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Keith-Grint-Episode-227.jpg)
A Cartography of Resistance: Leadership, Management, and Command
ILA Fellow and Lifetime Achievement Awardee Keith Grint joins Scott to discuss his forthcoming book, A Cartography Of Resistance: Leadership, Management & Command.
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6th Women and Leadership Conference
Reflection and Rejuvenation: Inspiring Women Leaders
![Genderwashing in Leadership: Power, Policies, and Politics. Volume Editors: Rita A. Gardiner, Wendy Fox-Kirk, Carole J. Elliott, and Valerie Stead. International Leadership Association Transformative Women Leaders. Series Editors Randal Joy Thompson, Chrys Egan, and Dionne Rosser-Mims.](https://ilaglobalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/9781837539895255x384webimage.jpg)
Genderwashing in Leadership: Power, Policies, and Politics
This book considers how genderwashing – the process whereby organizational rhetoric differs from the lived experiences of workers, creating the myth of gender equity in the workplace – highlights hidden biases in organizational policies and procedures. The authors and editors host a space for dialogue and debate as they explore different aspects of genderwashing and how to transform today’s organizations.