Welcome, LeadBoston Class of 2020!
Here you can access important information and documents such as frameworks, program day agendas, and readings. Reference this page throughout our year to access the key resources and materials that accompany each program day.
Sign up for YW Boston Connect
You’ll have access to a class directory and be able to discuss and share your thoughts on pre-work and program days with your classmates.
Program Day Schedule and Materials
Hold your availability on Wednesday, November 4th – this day is our program day rain date, a time we set aside to gather if any day this year should be canceled due to extreme weather.
January 15 – Orientation
January 22 – Exploring Boston’s Neighborhoods
February 21/22 – Advance
March 11 – Cancelled
April 1 – Class & Poverty
May 6 – Immigration
June 10 – Arrest & Prosecution
July 15 – Preparing to take on Leadership Commitments
August 12 – Housing & Transportation
September 9 – Incarceration & Re-entry
October 14 – Education: Boston Public Schools
November 4 – Leadership Commitments
November 18 – Graduation
Leadership Commitments
Between now and October, each of you is tasked with identifying a Leadership Commitment to be completed after graduation. During the October program day, you will share your commitment with your colleagues. More information will be shared during our Advance.
LeadBoston staff will follow-up twice – at 6 and 12 months after graduation – to track outcomes and offer support.
Other Program Resources
See the following to learn more about LeadBoston and our structure and timeline for 2020: