The Local Government Leadership Program (LGLP) is designed to strengthen the leadership capacity of government officials across New Mexico. Through immersive sessions, participants gain knowledge, skills, and connections to better serve their communities and tackle the complex challenges facing local government today.

This program is open to municipal, county, and state officials, school board members, members of the National Guard, regional councils of government, and other public sector leaders. Each class is carefully selected to reflect New Mexico’s diversity of geography, sector, background, and lived experience.

Instructions for Completing the Application:

• Please complete all required fields in the application form. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
• You will be asked to provide professional and community leadership experience, along with a brief statement of interest in the program
• If selected, you will be notified by email with next steps, including program tuition, logistics, and important deadlines.
• All application materials must be submitted by November 14, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.

We look forward to learning more about your leadership journey and the ways you are working to strengthen your community.