Brushy Fork Leadership Institute strengthens local and regional leadership in central Appalachia. We believe in a future where local people shape the development of their communities, enhancing the quality of life for everyone.

As Brushy Fork Leadership Institute provides established and emerging leaders with opportunities to enhance their skills, gain innovative perspectives, and create connections with others working on similar issues, we approach this work with the intent to:

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Brushy Fork Leadership Institute’s overarching programmatic goals are to:

Since 1988, Brushy Fork Leadership Institute has partnered with Central Appalachian communities and organizations to provide leadership training, organizational development workshops, and technical assistance to local and regional leaders working to build equitable and prosperous communities for all people. Brushy Fork offers a broad range of programs and services designed to support regional leadership and community development initiatives. These programs provide leaders with enhanced skills, broadened perspectives, strong connections, and innovative ideas. From nonprofit staff to grassroots leaders to organizational networks, Brushy Fork has partnered with thousands of leaders throughout the mountains of central Appalachia.

Brushy Fork also offers a broad range of programs and services designed to support regional leadership development initiatives. These programs provide individuals with the skills needed to implement effective community-based capacity building efforts throughout Appalachia. They are built upon nearly two decades of experience operating an award-winning rural leadership development program, wherein we learned from and with grassroots leaders.

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