Our Story

Imagine a more inclusive society rooted in wisdom and spirituality. Where progress is sparked and sustained through greater empathy. Where we collectively persevere in pursuit of deeper connections with ourselves and the world.

The Applied Wisdom Institute is the seed of that vision.

Born from passion and experience, we aspire to cultivate the next generation of social change-makers with the support of leading faculty, a diverse network and intentionally-designed courses, certificates and seminars.

Turn vision into action. Join us today.

Wisdom is

greater understanding

and soundness of action

to spark committed service

and sustainable change

Spirituality is

the interconnections

that bind us

the inner compassion

that moves us to action

Certificate in Spirituality & Social Entrepreneurship

Learn + Apply + Collaborate

Evolve into the leader that your mission needs to thrive. Through mentorship, holistic learning, and in-depth, applied study you’ll master essential strategies and skills to propel your vision forward.

Format

3 modules over 9 months

Faculty

Quintus R. Jett, Ph.D.

Byron Reeves, Ph.D.

Maj. J. Goosby Smith, MBA, Ph.D.

Build a Case for Change:

Research & Data Collection

Find Your Tribe:

Organizational Management, Diversity and Inclusion

Tell Your Story: Volunteers, Donors & Mobilization

Organize Action: Operations & Planning for Mission-Driven Organizations

Connect & Share: Media & Technology Management

  • Executive leadership in for-profit
    and mission-based organizations
  • Advancement and fundraising
  • Visionaries of nonprofits,
    community groups and movements
  • Directors and leaders of corporate social responsibility
Feb. 22, 2017 – ApR. 6, 2017

In-Person & Online

Wisdom Seed Grant

Build a plan for your vision. Get the funding to make it happen.

$2,000

AWI is dedicated to supporting student-visionaries as they serve their communities and promote social action. The Wisdom Seed Grant is a unique opportunity for certificate participants to receive up to $2,000 to fund a project developed during the program.