We prepare African American leaders of tomorrow for leadership positions throughout central Ohio

The program, a joint project of the United Way of Central Ohio Key Club and Academy for Leadership and Governance, offers training and development to aspiring young professionals (ages 25-45) who demonstrate potential for top leadership in their business and in civic life.

The Academy is governed by an advisory board made up of representatives from the two sponsoring organizations. The advisory board, together with community leaders, nominates individuals from non-profit, government and for-profit organizations. These candidates are invited to apply to the free program which is limited to 12 people per session.