Objective 1 Title 40 stakeholder organizations will complete MAT online courses, live webinars, on-demand webinars, or consultation services by 12/31/2023.
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State agencies served via webinars, courses, or face-to-face workshops (40): AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI
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Partner agencies served via webinars, courses, or face-to-face workshops (17): Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program, AZ State Parks, Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, Ducks Unlimited, Great Lakes Commission, Intermountain West Joint Venture, Island Conservation, Lower Platte North NRD, NPS, NOAA, Open Space Authority, Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever, RBFF, USFWS, USGS, Univ. Of MD Extension
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Ten (10) state agencies and two (2) NGOs were consulted regarding state/agency-based leadership development programs and/or assistance with courses to add to their already established programs. Some of the comments we receive include the following:
"Thanks for all the leg work you do that allows us to have such a smooth experience of getting high-caliper training for our employees. I suspect we will be calling again." Rebecca, DEC, NY
"I have so many great things to say about Dale and the MAT" Steve, WY AFS Chapter
As a result from these consultations, MAT not only receives repeat opportunities to serve the same agencies, but also generate new opportunities through word of mouth. Agencies are able to build greater leadership capacity to better equip them with the conservation challenges of today and prepare for the future.
Objective 2 Title 1,000 individuals will complete MAT online courses, live webinars, on-demand webinars, or consultation services by 12/31/2023.
MAT's offerings include online courses, live and interactive webinars, in-person workshops, and on-demand videos. All are offered at a reduced cost for state fish and wildlife agency personnel, allowing them the opportunity to improve their knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities. Topic areas include communication, management/supervision, adaptive leadership, and emotional intelligence just to name a few. Participants expand their knowledge base and hone skills through interactive peer-to-peer discussion, assigned readings, and assignments/reflections designed to help them think about and approach challenges in a new way.
2262 individuals
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5 online courses/6 sessions = 110 participants
Online Course Outlines and Participant Quotes
Adaptive Leadership Principles
Conservation Communication Strategies (revised)
Leader as Communicator
Reflections on Agency Management
What Great Managers Know (offered twice)
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1 self-paced course = 207 participants
Outline and Participant Quote
Presenting for Impact (new)
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30 webinars over 41 sessions = 956 participants
Webinar Outlines and Participant Quotes
Boundary Setting for Work-Life Balance
Difficult Conversations and Dealing with Difficult People (offered five times)
Breaking Down Stressful Situations
Inclusive Leadership: Creating Brave Spaces (revised)
Cooperative Language (offered twice)
Internal Dialogue
Conflict Resolution
Self-care
Emotional Intelligence
Plain, Simple, and Concise Writing (offered twice)
Mindfulness and Compassion in Conservation
Human-Nature Connection
Leading with Empathy
Social Location and Relevancy
Great Presentations with Powerpoint (new)
Cultural Competency and Humility (offered three times) (new)
Navigating Future Leadership: Cultivating Wellbeing-Centric Capacity (new)
Leadership Influence and Philosophy (new)
How to Hold Better Performance Feedback and Accountability Conversations (new)
Feedback Fundamentals to Become an Even Better Leader (new)
Courageous Cultures: How to Help Your Team Solve Problems Faster, and Surface Remarkable Ideas (new)
Navigating Workplace Conflict: How to Have More Influence, Less Drama and Better Collaboration (new)
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12 face-to-face workshops = 475 participants
Adaptive Leadership Principles
Adaptive Leadership Challenge
Dealing with Difficult People
Emotional Intelligence
The Power of Storytelling
Leadership
Supervisor’s Workshop
Public Participation
The Power of Inclusion
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5 on-demand webinars = 514 views
On-Demand Video Outlines and Links
#ResponsibleRecreation
Supervisory Skills 101
Team-care and Compassion
Self-care and Compassion
Power of Empowerment
Increased leadership capacity, emotional intelligence, supervisory and communication skills among fish and wildlife professionals profoundly benefit wildlife management and sport fish restoration efforts. Enhancing these skills enable fish and wildlife professionals to effectively coordinate teams, foster collaboration among stakeholders such as the public and partner agencies and implement innovative strategies for conservation. Moreover, heightened emotional intelligence allows them to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics, understand stakeholder perspectives, and cultivate stronger relationships, ultimately fostering more sustainable and inclusive approaches to wildlife management. Through these qualities, fish and wildlife professionals can spearhead initiatives that prioritize the well-being of ecosystems and species, leading to more effective and enduring outcomes under the Wildlife Restoration and Sport Fish Restoration Acts.
Objective 3 Title 36 individuals will complete NCLI training by 12/31/2023 and another cohort of 36 individuals will begin NCLI training by 12/31/2023.
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Cohort 16: 33 individuals graduated in June 2023 at the YMCA of the Rockies at Estes Park, CO. State agencies represented were AK, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, MI, NV, OH, OR, PA, TN, WA, WI. Organizational makeup is 20 from state agencies, 8 from federal agencies, 3 from NGOs, 1 from industry, and 1 from a Native American tribe.
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Cohort 17: 32 individuals completed their first residency in October 2023 at NCTC in Shepherdstown, WV. State agencies represented were AK, AR, AZ, CA, FL, ID, IL, KY, MI, MO, NE, NY, OH, PA, SC, VT, WA, WI. Organizational makeup is 20 from state agencies, 6 from federal agencies, 4 from NGOs, 1 from industry and 1 from NGO/tribal.
The National Conservation Leadership Institute (NCLI) has emerged as a pivotal force in fortifying the sustainability of North American wildlife through its transformative leadership program. By equipping conservation professionals with the adaptive leadership skills necessary to address the multifaceted challenges facing wildlife populations and by cultivating a network of conservation leaders committed to advancing the sustainability of North American wildlife species, NCLI ensures the longevity of our fishing, hunting, and shooting sports traditions.