Virginia Natural Resources Leadership Institute

The Virginia Natural Resources Leadership Institute (VNRLI) is a professional development program that brings together natural resource professionals from across Virginia to enhance their skills in leadership, conflict management, and collaborative problem solving. VNRLI alumni are equipped to work together across sectors, build consensus, move beyond conflict, and find creative solutions to Virginias most complex natural resource problems.

VNRLI Program and Application Details

Learn more about the VNRLI curriculum, structure, and how to apply

The Gerald P. McCarthy Award for Leadership in Environmental Conflict Resolution

Learn more about the McCarthy Award and how to submit a nomination

Blair Blanchette

Virginia Natural Resources Leadership Institute Program Manager

Institute for Engagement & Negotiation

brb6eb@virginia.edu