Harvard Crisis Leadership Summits for Preparedness 2026–2027: Bring Harvard NPLI Crisis Leadership Training to Your Community
The Crisis Leadership Summits for Preparedness bring Harvard-trained crisis leadership education directly into local communities. The program equips cross-sector leaders to prepare collectively for increasingly complex emergencies.
Overview
The Crisis Leadership Summits for Preparedness are community-based training seminars developed through the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative (NPLI) at Harvard. These 1 to 1.5-day summits bring Harvard NPLI faculty and experienced crisis leaders directly into participating communities to help local leaders prepare for complex, multi-sector emergencies.
The curriculum centers on the concept of Meta-Leadership, emphasizing systems thinking, cross-sector coordination, practical leadership tools, and customized crisis simulations. By uniting stakeholders before an emergency occurs, the initiative helps build robust communication networks and strengthen long-term community resilience.
Benefits
- Access to Harvard NPLI faculty and specialized crisis leadership education without traveling to a distant center.
- Customized crisis simulations tailored to the unique risk profile and vulnerability of your local area.
- Stronger cross-sector collaboration and shared leadership vocabulary among local stakeholders.
- Practical tools for crisis decision-making, communication, disruption navigation, and recovery.
- A foundation for continued community connectivity and long-term resilience after the summit concludes.
Eligibility
The program is designed for communities seeking to unite leaders across multiple sectors and disciplines. Eligible participants and participating organizations include:
- Government and public administration officials
- Public safety and emergency management professionals
- Public health organizations, hospitals, and healthcare institutions
- Local nonprofit and human service organizations
- Private-sector businesses and commercial entities
- Faith-based and community-based organizations
- Educational institutions, political leaders, and civic figures
How to Apply
Communities and leaders interested in bringing the training to their local network can submit an application online.
- Review the program details and community requirements.
- Access the application platform via the official link.
- Complete and submit the required documentation to coordinate a summit for 2026 or 2027.
Deadline
No specific application deadline is stated in the provided program information. The program is listed as accepting applications for 2026 and 2027.