Leadership in these times calls for a unique combination of inner strength, compassion, and an understanding of power–whether guiding a family, running a business, or holding public office. It's vital that we work to transform the old "command and control" leadership model and turn towards "connect and collaborate," which research demonstrates as critical to effective leadership. Join us for a curriculum that emphasizes how women can use our leadership to advance this shift–toward a world that works for everybody.

In this 5-week guided online course, you are introduced to five leadership essentials—values, voice, vessel, vision, and voyage, including revitalizing self-care practices. Our seasoned team of faculty guide you in a holistic exploration of leadership and power and lead you through a curriculum framework designed to help you #DoPowerDifferently at the personal, relational, and global level. Because we value a collective approach, this takes place in an intergenerational, cross-sector, multiracial circle of women.

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For registered participants, this class will be available on demand through November 9, 2025.

Who should attend?

This introductory leadership immersion is for all who identify as women and want to become more effective and impactful leaders contributing to a caring, just, and sustainable future for everybody. Do Power Differently alumnae work in a wide variety of sectors, including education, health & human services, organizational development, nonprofit, business, science, government, the arts, and activism.

How is the course structured?

Nine self-paced lessons (two released per week) invite you on a discovery of your leadership through dynamic content clips and activities including reflection, writing, movement, and meditation. On Fridays, you meet with designated course faculty for a 90-minute live session to learn more and explore these complex topics in community through interactive exercises and discussion. You work on your own and with other participants. There are opportunities for peer exchange, support, and wisdom.

Benefits of Joining Cohort 4

Whether you are a seasoned leader or beginning your leadership journey, this course helps you assess your leadership challenges, identify areas for growth, and find support in your quest to be the courageous, wise, and nurturing leader the world needs today.

• 🌿 Leadership curriculum
  An out-of-the-ordinary approach to professional and personal development
• 🌿 Community
  A lively group of like-minded leaders to expand your network and your mind
• 🌿 Experienced guides
  Learn from and alongside faculty with 12 years of experience teaching as a team, now in their 4th year of iterating and leading Do Power Differently
• 🌿 Ongoing access
  Return to the extensive materials, resources, and your reflections with your six months of access

9 Course Lessons:
Lessons will be released twice a week on Saturdays and Tuesday evenings, and our faculty will host weekly live sessions on Fridays, Noon-1:30 p.m. ET (9:00-10:30 a.m. PT).

1. Getting Started: Orient yourself to this course and introduce yourself to your learning community.
2. Leadership: Delve into the OWLC's definitions of leadership and power.
3. Values: Explore your personal, relational, and global values.
4. Intersectionality: Learn how an intersectional analysis supports your leadership.
5. Voice: Investigate your connection with your voice and strengthen your capacity to communicate with authenticity and impact.
6. Vessel: Learn how to connect to your "vessel" or embodied self as a resource of wisdom, discernment, and strength.
7. Vision: Integrating insights from your work on values, voice, and vessel, create a compelling and actionable vision.
8. Voyage: Bring your vision and purpose to the work of shaping an action plan that aligns with your intention and motivation.
9. Leadership Plan: Sketch a one-year leadership plan for putting your learning into action and share an overview of it with your learning community.

Live Sessions:
Weekly live sessions take place on Fridays April 18, 25, May 2, 9, Noon-1:30 p.m. ET (9:00-10:30 a.m. PT), where you learn more about our lesson topics from designated faculty and deepen your learning through interactive activities and community conversation.

Optional Learning & Reflection Sessions:
Join a self-guided learning group and/or participate in drop-in facilitated sessions to discuss and reflect on the material with other participants:

• Course orientation on Wed. April 9, Noon-1 p.m. and Sat. April 12, 3-4 p.m. ET
• Community building sessions on Mon. April 14, 6-7 p.m., Mon. April 28, 10-11 a.m. ET
• Women of Color and White Women Affinity Groups on Thu. April 24, 3-4 p.m. ET
• Presentation prep session on Wed. May 7, 5-6 p.m. ET

Estimated Time for Completion:
The course commitment is about four to five hours per week for five weeks:

• 2-3 hours weekly to complete 2 lessons, plus recommended additional 1 hour offline for digestion and integration
• 1.5 hours weekly live session
• Plus: optional self-organized meetings with your peers

When is the course?

Do Power Differently takes place over the course of five weeks from April 7 to May 9.

Who is the course designed for?

This leadership immersion is for all who identify as women and want to become more effective and impactful leaders contributing to a caring, just, and sustainable future for everybody. Admission is by application. 

What should I know about the application process?

Applicants are encouraged to apply swiftly as spots are limited. The OWLC team reviews applications on a rolling basis and curates the cohort based on our commitment to creating a constructive and supportive learning community in adherence with our Justice Equity Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI) principles. Apply Now.

When are the live sessions?

Our faculty will offer four live sessions on Fridays from Noon-1:30 p.m. ET/9:00-10:30 a.m. PT. Weekly live sessions take place on 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, and 5/9. Please note:  there will be no live session on 4/11.

Are live sessions mandatory?

Four weekly live sessions with faculty are a central component of this course. Attendance is strongly encouraged. We also offer virtual forums and optional facilitated group sessions for deeper engagement with the course content.

Are live sessions recorded?

All live sessions will be recorded and shared within the learning community.

Is this course strictly online?

Yes. Do Power Differently is an online immersion, allowing you to participate from anywhere in the world. It does not have an in-person component.

How long will I have access to the course?

Students will have full access to course materials through November 9, 2025.

Please submit an application here.

There are a limited number of full and partial scholarships available for this course. If you require a scholarship, please identify this in your application.