Women’s Policy Institute Application
The Women’s Policy Institute application deadline has passed.
Application Dates
Application Release Date: August 11, 2023
Application Deadline: August 29, 2023
Notification Date: September 1, 2023
Required Training Dates *
September 22 -23, 2023 In-Person Kick-Off Retreat, Jackson, MS **
October 20-12, 2023, In-Person Retreat Two, Jackson, MS
November 17, 2023, Retreat Three: Virtual
December 15-16, 2023, Retreat Four: In-Person
January 2024 (TBD) Retreat Five: Legislative Advocacy Day
February 2024 (TBD) Retreat Six: Virtual
March 2024 (TBD) Retreat Seven: Virtual
April 12-13, 2024, Retreat Seven: In Person
May 2024 (TBD) Final Meeting, Evaluation, and Celebration
* While we have done our best to create a firm schedule, dates are still subject to change
** Travel expenses are covered by the program, please see the application packet for more information
WPI Application Eligibility
- Individuals living and/or working in Mississippi;
- Individuals working in a community-based or non-profit setting with the full support of their employer and/or supervisor; or
- Individuals pursuing a degree or who otherwise have interest or experience in developing their policy skills; and
- Individuals who agree to all participation requirements listed below – AND whose employers agree to all participation requirements (if applicable). If you need permission from another entity, such as a college program, please ask the appropriate person to also sign the agreement.
- Cisgender and transgender women, non-binary and genderqueer people, and transgender men are welcome.
Downloads
*** Please read the full application packet before applying. The packet contains financial information, full eligibility, selection criteria, course description, and application requirements. ***
2023-24 Women’s Policy Institute Application Packet
Applicant Requirements Agreement
