NC Institute of Political Leadership

Improving the practice of democracy through nonpartisan leadership training for public servants

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NC IOPL Leadership Programs

Fellows Program

The Fellows Program is a comprehensive adult education program which includes both strategy and practical training on a variety of topics.

Women on Board

The NCIOPL Women on Board Program is a one-day workshop that will demystify the process of getting women appointed to and serving on Boards.

Continuing Education

The purpose of the Continuing Education program is to provide opportunities for alumni to be better informed about issues affecting the current political environment in NC.

Lunches with Leaders

Lunches with Leaders provides an opportunity for alumni and their guests to learn more about key topics of interest affecting North Carolina from leaders in their respective fields across the state.

Alumni Class Rosters

NC IOPL has more than 1,100 graduates representing more than 82 North Carolina counties.

About NC IOPL

The North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership is committed to improving the practice of democracy through its premier nonpartisan leadership training program for public servants.

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