Virtual Intercultural Leadership Academy (VILA)
Build the Leadership Skills You Need for Dynamic Environments
Centering Human Relations—Increase your capacity to be effective with everyone. We help leaders relate-interact-grow through intercultural, collaboration, and systems frameworks for personal, team, and collective impact
What Is VILA?
VILA is a live, virtual leadership program designed for professionals who want to lead with cultural intelligence, build inclusive teams, and create impact across differences.
Over the course of 7 interactive sessions, you’ll gain tools, frameworks, and practical strategies to thrive in today’s complex, multicultural environments.
Who Should Join?
Who Should Attend the Virtual Intercultural Leadership Academy (VILA)?
The Virtual Intercultural Leadership Academy (VILA) is designed for individuals and leaders who want to deepen their ability to relate, interact, and grow—both personally and with the others they lead.
Whether you guide a team, support a classroom, manage a community initiative, or simply want to become more grounded in your leadership, VILA helps you build the awareness and skills needed to lead with purpose, from the inside out.
At the heart of VILA is the belief that strong leadership is built on strong human relations—and that growth begins with how we show up in conversation, collaboration, and community.
Core Characteristics of VILA Participants
Committed to personal and relational growth
Curious about how culture influences behavior, leadership, and communication
Seeking tools to relate more effectively, interact with awareness, and grow as leaders of people and purpose
Ready to enhance their capacity to lead individuals, teams, and communities with empathy, respect, understanding, and adaptability (ERUA)
Whether You Are A:
Manager of a diverse team
Educator
Nonprofit or corporate leader
HR or training professional
Social sector changemaker
…VILA is for you.
This program is built for leaders who want to increase their capacity to relate, interact, and grow—both personally and with the others they lead to achieve outcomes
What You’ll Learn
Over seven weeks, you’ll develop skills across these core areas:
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1
Foundations of Intercultural Leadership
Understand how culture shapes leadership — and how to lead across difference with confidence.
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2
Cultural Competence in Leadership
Learn the frameworks that help inclusive leaders navigate complexity and communicate effectively.
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3
Achieving Leadership Styles
Learn how to foster collaboration, inclusion, and trust in multicultural and virtual teams.
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4
Communicating Across Cultures
Practice real-world strategies for building bridges, managing misunderstandings, and connecting across worldviews.
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5
Conflict Resolution in Intercultural Settings
Gain the tools to manage and mediate cultural tension with respect and clarity.
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6
Creating Collaborative and Inclusive Environments
Learn small, strategic shifts that lead to stronger participation, engagement, and innovation.
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7
Strategic Leadership and Cultural Change
Learn to lead long-term change — and leave with a personal action plan.
What You’ll Receive
17.5+ hours of expert-led training
Personalized coaching and feedback
Peer accountability and support
Practical tools and resources
Certificate of completion
Access to our exclusive alumni network
What Past Participants Say
“VILA gave me not just the language, but the leadership confidence I needed to navigate hard conversations and guide my team.”
— VILA Cohort I Participant
“This was one of the most practical, transformative professional programs I’ve taken.”
— VILA Cohort I Participant
Get Started for Today for only $597!
Cohort Sessions are from October 7th to November 25th, 2025
11:00AM to 1:30PM EST on Zoom
$597 per participant
(Installment plans and limited scholarships available)
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today.
Interested in Team or Organization Enrollment?
Discounted group rates are available for 3+ participants from the same organization.
Email [email protected] to learn more.
Our Team
Tessa R. Sutton, PH.D
