AHCA/NCAL Diversity Executive Leadership Program now accepting applications
The American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) has announced the opening of applications for the next class of the Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP).
DELP is a competitive application process. Fifteen scholars will be selected to participate in a two-year leadership program consisting of education, mentoring, networking and volunteer service in the AHCA/NCAL community. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 16, 2024.
DELP aims to empower individuals from underrepresented groups, encompassing race, ethnicity, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability and religion. In addition to underrepresented groups, DELP recognizes diversity in other areas such as geographic location and organization. Your unique perspective is valued.
DELP provides support, access and opportunities for leadership within AHCA/NCAL. The program contributes to AHCA/NCAL by expanding access to a diverse pool of talented members, fostering engagement in leadership roles, including committee members, chairs, board members, AHCA Council of States representatives and NCAL State Leaders.
Scholars must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Belong to a defined underrepresented identity group.
- Currently employed as a mid- to senior-level or C-suite professional at an AHCA/NCAL member skilled nursing facility, assisted living community or intermediate care facility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ICFs/IID).
- Possess a minimum of three years’ experience in mid- to senior-level long-term care management positions or at least one year as a C-suite executive.
- Demonstrate professional, volunteer or civic/community leadership experience.
Throughout the program, AHCA/NCAL covers costs for DELP scholars, providing access to various trainings, meetings and events with scholars earning continuing education (CE) credits. This includes attendance at:
- Delivering Solutions, the AHCA/NCAL Annual Convention and Expo (2024, 2025)
- Congressional Briefing (2025, 2026)
- DELP Leadership Training and Future Leaders Symposium (2024)
- DELP Leadership Training and Political Ambassadors Program (2025)
Click here to apply. If you have any questions, please contact Christy Herle at cherle@ahca.org.