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URBAN LEADERSHIP FORUM

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE CLASS OF 2026!

The Urban Leadership Forum is shaping mid-level professionals into emerging leaders who will empower both their organizations and the community!

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Through this signature program, participants will sharpen their leadership skills, build extraordinary relationships, and engage in experiences that will positively impact the Greater Philadelphia Region and beyond.

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Now celebrating its 39th anniversary, the Urban Leadership Forum is a sixth-month program that uses self-awareness tools and activities to enhance the leadership capabilities of its participants. Professionals graduate with a redefined personal brand, an expanded circle of influence, and with the skill to lead from the top!

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

A mid-level professional with at least seven years of work experience, including supervisory experience.

Capacity to manage an intense, 6-month program

AmeriHealth Caritas

Aramark
Bank of America

Cigna

Citizens Bank
City of Philadelphia

Comcast
CSL Behring
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

Independence Blue Cross
Lincoln Financial Group PECO
PGW
Phillies
PRWT Services, Inc.
TD Bank
United Way

PARTICIPATING COMPANIES

PROGRAM FACILITATED BY

trizen.tiff

CURRICULUM

Actualize your personal brand
Gauge your emotional intelligence
Enhance self-awareness Pursue your passion

SELF

Fostering a DEI culture
Strategically lead your career
Improve work/life synergy

ORGANIZATION

Networking
Community service
Define your legacy

COMMUNITY & LEGACY

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Includes books, meals, assessments, and one-year Urban League of Greater Philadelphia membership

TUITION | $5,500

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

6-month hybrid program Jan 2026– June 2026

Presentations, guest speakers, and leadership discussions
3 in-person sessions in Philadelphia

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications must be submitted by

Monday, November 26, 2026.

Urban Leadership Forum (2026 Application)

The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia (ULGP) is currently accepting applications for our Urban Leadership Forum (ULF) Class of 2026, their signature leadership development program. The program will be facilitated in a hybrid-setting beginning in January 2026 and concluding in June 2026. Ideal program participants are mid-level professionals with leadership potential and aspirations.

The Application Process

Complete your application by | Monday, Nov. 26, 2025

Completed Urban Leadership Forum Application, Resume, Manager’s Nomination Form, and $100 Application Fee. Email all correspondence to ULF@urbanleaguephila.org

Virtual Applicant Interviews | Week of Dec. 8

Acceptance letters and tuition invoices emailed | Week of Dec. 15

Full tuition fee of $5,400 due | Monday, Jan. 12, 2026

*Tuition Includes: tuition, books, supplies, assessments, meals for in-person sessions, 1-year Urban League of Greater Philadelphia membership

Program Dates

Jan. 29 & 30, 2026 - In-Person Full Day Sessions (Phila, PA)

Feb. 20, 2026 - Virtual Session

Mar. 6, 2026 - Virtual Session

Mar 20, 2026 - Virtual Session

Apr 10, 2026 - Virtual Session

Apr 24, 2026 - Virtual Session

May 8, 2024 - Virtual Session

May 15, 2026 - Virtual Session

June 2* & 3, 2026 - Youth Empowerment Day and Graduation (In-Person, Phila, PA)


*Tentative.

Applicant Information

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Education Information

Manager | Billing Information

Applicant Statement

Manager Recommendation Letter

Please submit a PDF of your Manager's recommendation letter to include the answer to the following question: What leadership skills of the applicant require additional development?

The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia and TriZen take pride in promoting diversity and inclusion in all its activities starting with having a team that mirrors the community we serve. We do not tolerate discrimination based on age, race, disability, ethnicity, marital or family status, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, medical condition or any other characteristic that is safeguarded by law. This principle applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, placement, promotion, compensation, benefits, termination, and in our service delivery to our clients. Our programs are tailor-made to cater to clients of diverse ethnicities, genders, and those who are homeless and/or post-incarcerated. All our clients are treated with the utmost respect, dignity, and courtesy.

*Submit application by November 26, 2025

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