Mission, Vision and Values
The Kansas Leadership Center (KLC) is a non-profit organization with a bold aspiration to transform civic life in Kansas and beyond by creating a culture where everyday people exercise leadership and engage others to make progress on their toughest challenges.
OUR MISSION What we do
To inspire and equip people, together, to do difficult things for the common good.
MISSIONAL PILLARS The work

Equip people and organizations to work across differences toward progress for the common good.

Mobilize people from all positions and backgrounds to make progress on what they care about most.

Influence the field of leadership development and studies through knowledge transfer and storytelling.

Cultivate the civic environment so more people at all levels exercise leadership on daunting challenges.
OUR VISION Why we do it
A civic culture that is mobilized to make progress on its toughest challenges and thrive.
OUR VALUES What principles guide our work
Collaboration
We work across differences with curiosity, embracing uncertainty and conflict.
Learning
We set the standard in leadership and engagement through evaluation, experimentation, and innovation.
Courage
With courage as our compass, we build trust, keep the challenge at the center and discover new ways forward.
Connection
We create spaces for engagement, where everyone can grow, lead, and make an impact.
Excellence in Service
We provide best-in-class service with dependability and compassion.
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