Welcome to the VSU Women’s LeadHERship Institute!
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MISSION
The VSU Women’s LeaderHERship Institute empowers women to rise, lead, and thrive by cultivating an inclusive community that champions their growth, resilience, and vision at all stages of their journey.
We bring this to life through innovative leadership development, purposeful engagement, and transformative experiences that equip women to lead with authenticity, confidence, and lasting impact, within VSU and beyond.
VISION
As we move forward, the Women’s LeadHERship Institute will stand as a premier model of transformative leadership, recognized for shaping a new generation of women leaders who influence change, advance equity, and redefine what leadership looks like across higher education, industry, and society.
We envision a thriving global network of women whose confidence, innovation, and resilience inspire lasting impact in their communities and beyond.
ABOUT WLI
The VSU Women’s LeadHERship Institute (WLI) is a sanctuary for growth, empowerment, and purpose, dedicated to equipping women with the tools, confidence, and community they need to lead with vision and impact. Through innovative leadership development, transformative learning experiences, and intentional engagement, WLI creates spaces where women can build resilience, amplify their voices, and lead with authenticity.
Founded at Virginia State University by Dr. Tia A. Minnis, WLI is more than a program; it is a movement to redefine leadership as inclusive, empathetic, and transformative. By honoring the legacies of women who paved the way and investing in the leaders of today, WLI is shaping the future of leadership for generations to come.
Our work is grounded in the belief that when women rise, communities thrive, and the ripple effect of their leadership transforms institutions, industries, and the world.
