Fresh Name, Same Vision —Introducing Horizon Collective, BWF's Leadership Program

Boston Women’s Fund chose to run a leadership program in-house because we believed that a space curated by women and gender-expansive individuals of color for women and gender-expansive people of color could make a life-changing impact. We sought to offer the program of our dreams, one where racial justice, empathy, vulnerability, and community guided the process that would take our participants’ leadership and healing to new heights.

It was always about more than skill development for us. We’d had first-hand experience with the ways that systems of oppression in the workplace could leave women and gender-expansive leaders of color feeling isolated, less-than, and doubtful. We wanted to create a space to build these leaders up, where everyone could palpably feel that they belonged.

After two years of running the leadership program, it was time for a refresh. Boston Women's Fund believes that those who are closest to a challenge hold the strongest solutions. So, we convened alumni from each year of the leadership program to help redesign the initiative into the program of their dreams.

In addition to their recommendations, we also wanted to rename the program. There is so much power in a name, and we needed one that was as welcoming and inclusive as we are.

Today, we’re proud to announce Horizon Collective, a fresh identity for Boston Women’s Fund’s leadership program!

It’s still a program for women and gender-expansive leaders of color to grow in their leadership, heal in a safe space, and leverage the power of a supportive network.

The name "Horizon Collective" reflects the kind of growth that’s possible when you’re held and supported by an engaged network of leaders who’ve got your back. Just as the horizon symbolizes endless possibility, reflecting our leaders’ power to rise above limitations, this program catapults participants into a new era of leadership rooted in strength, resilience, and vision.

Horizon Collective is sponsored by the Barr Foundation, Angell Foundation, and Imago Dei Fund. All branding by DoodleDo.

Learn more about Horizon Collective and meet this year's cohort.

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