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"I truly believe that 25 years from now, we will be talking about the hundreds of Western Governors' Leadership Institute alumni who will be leading the region."

Governor David Ige, Former Governor of Hawai'i & Chair of the Western Governors' Foundation.
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    Please provide a brief biographical statement that speaks to your identity, passions, and aspirations. Discuss instances in which you have demonstrated leadership or overcome challenging obstacles. (150-300 words)
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    Please list secondary and post-secondary academic institutions you have attended. Please include dates attended, degrees conferred, and academic awards, scholarships, and accomplishments. Use such space as you require. You’re welcome to include life experiences as an alternative to formal education.
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    Please detail your employment history, including dates of employment and principal responsibilities, as well as community service activities, charitable organizations, or philanthropic efforts with which you are or have been involved. Use such space as you require.
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    What does leadership mean to you? Why should you be selected to represent your state or territory at the Western Governors’ Leadership Institute? 350-500 words.
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2026 Western Governors' Leadership Institute Application
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