Lessons for Leading
Leadership is a journey of continuous learning, and we are here to travel with you!
A Learning Community for UUs
Having healthy, vital and thriving congregations has never been more important to the future of Unitarian Universalism. Join a community of learners and leaders in building the skills, wisdom and cultures that will serve our faith and our congregations.
Why UU Leadership Institute?
Simple & easy training for every UU leader
From core leadership skills to UU history and theology, to practical trainings for membership and stewardship, we've got trainings to deepen, engage and develop.
Relevant & Hands-On
Experienced instructors share practical tools and real-life examples.
Grow as a Community
Share your experience and learn from others in small groups in your congregation or cluster.
Comfort of Home
Learning where you need it, especially convenient for folks who need to be close to home.
Available when you are
Trainings at your own pace, available 24/7, for maximum flexibility.
Low-Cost Training
Most classes are very affordable, between $15 and $30. Free trainings also available.
Our Trainings
Become the Leaders You Need
Core Leadership Development Series
Effective Leadership Development teams focus on recruiting and relationship building. By using our suite of leadership development trainings, you can spend less time on content and more on connection. All of our trainings have discussion questions and occasional activities for each module that you can use for in-person sessions. Training instructors monitor discussion threads.
Elective Trainings
We also offer additional trainings on various topics by guest instructors and UUA Staff. The training discussion sections are not typically monitored.
Free Trainings
Older trainings are still available for no charge. The training discussion sections are not monitored.
Premium Trainings
We occasionally have independent, professional consultants offer trainings that are useful to congregational leaders and not available from UUA staff. These trainings are priced accordingly.
"Centered Leadership is more than having great ideas or knowing how to follow an agenda. It sometimes calls us to have difficult conversations in such a way that allows for revelation and growth. Centered Leadership provided me with the tools that continue to enhance my ability to lead."- Alexis Engelbrecht-Villafane
Ready to get started?
Register to create a user account (free), then enroll in one or more of the trainings by clicking on the “take this training” button ($30, $15 or free) on the training page. See our tutorials page for more details.
