The Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) is a program that empowers Tulsa-area Hispanics/Latines to grow as leaders and make a difference in their communities.
Through hands-on learning, meaningful connections, and community dialogue, participants strengthen their leadership skills and deepen their understanding of local issues. HLI members also collaborate on a group project that gives back to the Tulsa region, putting what they’ve learned into action.
Purpose: To prepare and support Hispanic/Latine leaders who are ready to serve, lead, and create lasting impact across Tulsa.
Program Structure: The program is delivered with emphasis on four main concepts: group learning, experiential learning, exposure to processes and experts, and integration of Hispanic/Latine cultural identity influences.
HLI is a six-month program, with class members meeting primarily in person for sessions and a two-day retreat (with the exception of a virtual orientation and a virtual community project showcase). The cost is $600 and scholarships are available.
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| HLI Class 9 Tentative Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Friday, August 29, 2025 |
| Online Orientation | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 5:00 – 7:00pm |
| Mandatory Retreat | Friday, October 24, 2025 |
| Session 1 | Saturday, November 8, 2025 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Session 2 | Saturday, December 6, 2025 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Session 3 | Tuesday, December 16, 2025 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Session 4 | Saturday, January 10, 2026 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Session 5 | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Session 6 | Saturday, February 7, 2026 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Impact Project Support & Reflection Session | Tuesday, February 17, 2026 6:00 – 7:30pm |
| Impact Project Support & Reflection Session | Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:00 – 7:30pm |
| Community Presentations & Showcase | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:00 – 7:30pm |
| Graduation Celebration | Saturday, April 4, 2026 2:00 – 4:00pm |
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