Institute for Leadership, Policy & Advocacy
ILPA is The Collaborative’s flagship leadership program for current and emerging leaders. Through workshops, executive education, policy dialogues, and research, participants develop skills in management, strategic planning, and leadership across sectors. The program affords participants opportunities to examine legislation, governance, and economic and social policy, with opportunities for diplomatic engagement and international collaboration.
Center for Global Economic & Social Prosperity
CGESP focuses on inclusive economic growth and community resilience through education, workforce development, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship programming. Its initiatives emphasize economic participation for women, youth, and historically marginalized communities, including the skills needed to participate in emerging industries and cross-border commerce. Research informs program development and connects community needs with economic policy discussions.
Training & Internships
The Collaborative offers training in leadership, policy research, advocacy, financial literacy, and international affairs. Sessions give participants opportunities to analyze public issues, develop proposals, and prepare for engagement with institutions and decision-makers.
Internships provide experience in research, program development, communications, and international engagement. Interns contribute to current initiatives through country and policy research, briefing materials, stakeholder outreach, and program coordination.
Founded by Dr. Letisha Malcolm in 2019, The Collaborative is a separate nonprofit organization offering leadership development, policy research, advocacy education, and international exchange programs.
Global Exchange
The Collaborative organizes educational and professional exchanges, trade delegations, and participation in investment summits. Programs include study abroad, diplomatic engagement, embassy and institutional visits, cultural immersion, and meetings with government, business, education, and community leaders. Participants examine shared priorities and opportunities for cooperation in education, trade, investment, and community development.