Network Leaders Learning Cohort

August - November 2026

An Opportunity for Network Leaders Driving Change in the Face of Complexity

Today's most pressing challenges, such as climate change, the housing crisis, and disinformation, are too complex for single organizations to solve alone. Networks offer a more adaptive, collaborative, and durable way to achieve impact. 

Yet, while networks hold immense potential, leading them effectively requires a unique set of skills, including leadership competencies that differ from those that are traditionally taught and rewarded. This program supports leaders who are navigating complexity, building trust across difference, and mobilizing diverse partners toward shared purpose. 

Program Snapshot

Facilitated by Third Plateau, in partnership with Contina Impact, the Network Leaders Learning Cohort is offered to professionals in the social impact sector who lead, manage, convene, or facilitate networks—whether formally or informally. This free, grant-funded cohort program is designed to help emerging network-minded leaders develop the skills to drive meaningful change through networks.

Through a series of interactive, small-group learning sessions, participants will explore how to lead with influence rather than authority, balance strategic tension, and build resilient, effective networks in service of social impact. The program will take place through a series of six highly participatory virtual sessions, spanning two and a half months from late August to early November. Participants will gather in small groups once between each session for structured peer sharing.

Participants must commit to attending all six pre-scheduled sessions to be considered. Sessions will take place from 10am-12pm PT/1pm-3pm ET on August 26, September 9, September 23, October 7, October 21, and November 4.