Step out of your comfort zone and see Arizona like never before. Explore takes you across the state—from the Navajo Nation to Yuma—to discover how our most pressing issues impact rural, urban, and Native communities differently. By building deep connections in every corner of Arizona, you’ll expand your perspective and join a statewide network of leaders committed to our collective future.
Expand Your Perspective. Deepen Your Roots. Most of us only see a small slice of Arizona, but to lead our state effectively, you have to understand the whole picture. Explore is a unique immersive program that takes participants beyond their own neighborhoods to witness firsthand how challenges and opportunities vary across our diverse landscape.
What to Expect:
Prerequisites: Complete Valley Leadership Catalyze
Program Dates: March to June 2026, with a combination of single day and overnight trips
Location: In Person
Cost: Sliding Scale Based on Income
Financial Benefits: Scholarships Available
Age Range: 16-99
Application Deadline: October 1, 2025
Have Questions? Contact Jennifer Gastelum: jennifer@valleyleaership.org
I can understand myself, diverse perspectives, and how democracy and systems work. This is important because it helps me make sense of the world and engage as an informed citizen.
I can think critically, communicate clearly, and work with others to solve problems. This is important because it helps me build strong relationships and find fair solutions.
I can respect others, act with integrity, and take responsibility for creating change. This is important because it helps me contribute to a just, inclusive, and thriving community.
I can participate in my community and take action based on democratic values. This is important because it helps me turn ideas into impact and strengthen democracy.
