APAWLI Fellowship
Our flagship leadership institute: 12–16 women a year, intensive virtual program plus a community impact project, joining a 200+ fellow network.
Cohort
12–16 fellows
Cadence
Multi-month, virtual
Commitment
~6 hrs / week
Cost
Tuition + scholarships
Overview
What this program is really about.
The Asian Pacific American Women's Leadership Institute (APAWLI) is CAPAW's signature program — a transformational journey where mid-career women step into their full leadership identity. Each cohort spends months together in an intensive virtual program, paired with a community impact project that translates learning into action. Fellows join a national network of more than 200 alumnae spanning corporate, nonprofit, public, and creative sectors.
What you'll experience
A program that changes how you lead.
An intensive multi-month virtual program led by experienced women leaders
A community impact project that turns learning into real-world change
A cohort of 12–16 mid-career women who become a lifelong board of advisors
Access to the 200+ alumnae network — across sectors, generations, and geographies
Coaching on the five dimensions of the Whole Person Leader model
Who should apply
This is for you if…
Read the list. If two or more land, we'd love to hear from you.
- You're a mid-career woman ready to step into bigger leadership
- You bring at least 7–10 years of professional experience
- You're committed to investing in your growth and that of other women
- You want a network rooted in AANHPI heritage and open to women of every background
- You can commit to the cohort's monthly rhythm and your community impact project
How it works
From first interest to lasting impact.
Apply
Submit your application by August 5. Rolling review — early submissions encouraged.
Interview
A conversation with our team to understand your goals and the moment you're in.
Cohort
Months of intensive virtual sessions with 12–16 women across the country.
Impact project
Translate what you learn into a community impact project that outlives the program.
"APAWLI gave me the strength to embrace my authentic self, to conquer my fears and to lead with my whole heart."
Jessica Li · APAWLI Fellow
Ready to apply?
Cohort of 12–16 · Multi-month virtual program · Community impact project · National alumnae network