The association of african american museums (AAAM) will expand its executive leadership training program in collaboration with the howard university school of business

The Association of African American Museums (AAAM) will expand its Executive Leadership Training Program in collaboration with Howard University School of Business through this $262,055 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Museum Grants for African American History and Culture program (CFDA 45.309). Building on a successful pilot, AAAM will offer leadership training to 25 mid-level and senior museum professionals annually from FY2023-FY2026. The program includes in-person activities at AAAM's annual conference and engagement in six strategic modules culminating in a collaborative capstone project. Participants will gain non-profit management and leadership knowledge while expanding professional networks. Those completing the program will receive a joint certificate from AAAM and Howard University. The grant enables AAAM to provide high-quality, affordable executive training to strengthen museum leadership and sustainability.

Building on a successful pilot program, AAAM will offer the leadership training program to 25 participants per year selected from mid-level and senior-level museum professionals and leaders. The program includes in-person activities at the annual conference, engagement in six strategic modules, and a collaborative capstone project. Participants will gain knowledge and insights about non-profit management and leadership and expand their network of colleagues and faculty members for life-long learning and support. Participants who complete the program will receive a joint certificate from AAAM and howard university. The project enables AAAM to provide high-quality, affordable executive leadership training for museum staff to help them lead their institutions to a stronger, more sustainable future.