Applications for the first cohort of the Military Spouse Leadership Development Program (MSLDP), presented by USAA, are now open to a new group of 50 change-making and community service-oriented military spouses
SAN ANTONIO, TX, January 13, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN) is proud to announce that applications for the first 2025 cohort of the Military Spouse Leadership Development Program (MSLDP), presented by USAA, are now open to a new group of 50 change-making and community service-oriented military spouses.
MSLDP was traditionally only offered once in the fall, but in 2024, MSAN created a new spring session, with support from USAA, in direct response to the exceptional and rising number of application requests each year.
“I am excited to welcome USAA back as the presenting sponsor of the first cohort of MSLPD for 2025,” said Verenice Castillo, MSAN Founder and CEO. “Their unwavering support and commitment to our community empowers military spouses to grow as community leaders and create a meaningful impact in their communities. I am always thankful for USAA’s generous participation in our program.”
Applications open on January 13, 2025, and will remain open until February 7, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
After the overwhelming success of previous MSLDP cohorts, it is clear that MSAN fulfills the ongoing need for a world-class leadership program dedicated to military spouses. We whole-heartedly invite all spouses of currently serving United States military members from any branch of our armed services, including the Reserves and Guard OR a post 9-11 Gold Star Spouse, Surviving Spouse, Caregiver, Spouse of a Veteran or Retiree are invited to apply through Feb. 7 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
For eligibility information and to apply, visit www.leadershipinstituteformilitaryspouses.org/leadership-development. For questions about the Leadership Development Program, please email msldp@milspouseadvocacynetwork.org.
About the Military Spouse Leadership Development Program
The MSLDP is a free, global, and virtual training program focused on providing military spouses the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Leadership, Service, Advocacy, and Mentorship. It serves developing leaders by unlocking their potential to become future action-oriented leaders, advocates, and mentors within their respective areas of interest and expertise.
Over the course of four months, the program will provide a diverse cohort of 50 military spouses from all military branches training from:
Harvard University, National Preparedness Leadership Initiative
Psych Hub- Mental Health Ally Certificate
Top military leaders and influential panel participants
Impactful voices in the community
Professional communications training
Upon course completion, the participants will receive a Leadership Certificate from Harvard University, professional communications training, and a certificate in mental health allyship from Psych HUB.
MSLDP is now part of the Leadership Institute for Military Spouses by MSAN. Learn more at www.leadershipinstituteformilitaryspouses.org
About Military Spouse Advocacy Network
Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization with a mission to create stronger military families through education, empowerment, and support. MSAN’s Military Spouse Mentorship-HUB helps bridge military families from every branch of the Armed Forces and their surrounding communities in locations around the world through a Virtual Education and Resource Center, Military Spouse Mentorship Program, and Leadership Development Program. MSAN’s collaborations with official military installations, Department of Defense (DoD) resources, and trusted partner organizations provide a structured and personal approach through a one-of-a-kind peer-to-peer mentorship experience, building long-term connections to local and national resources and expanding the military family sense of community. MSAN strives to improve morale and military retention, increase the utilization of resources, and continue to invest in the communities that our leaders serve.
For more information on MSAN and its programs, visit www.militaryspouseadvocacynetwork.org. Follow MSAN on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
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