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Online and in-person courses focused on developing Transition Leadership competencies. ASI offers course development, design, and instruction to academic and non-academic partners.

A peer network for sustainability professionals who want to accelerate climate action at work or in their community.

Workshops, facilitation, eLearning, and other customized support to lead on climate action.

Research focused on Transition Leadership and climate action workforce development.

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ASI’s Transition Leadership courses help you find your agency to lead sustainable change in your workplace or community. Focused on climate action and sustainability, these courses introduce alternative leadership approaches and frameworks to help you navigate the complex challenges of climate change.

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Climate Action for Nonprofit Leaders

  • Online
  • 10 Hours
  • Five Weeks
  • $175

This course is for nonprofit organizations eager to explore how climate action can connect to their mission and purpose. It provides nonprofits with the resources to begin their climate action journey, adapt to the challenges of climate change, and continue supporting and serving their communities.

Next Offering: March 26 – 
April 23, 2025
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Collaborative Leadership for Climate Action

  • Online
  • 25 Hours
  • Four Weeks
  • $750

This course challenges outdated leadership models by emphasizing the importance of engaging with diverse voices, particularly those most affected by climate change. Discover how collaborative leadership encourages inclusive decision-making processes and supports us in taking climate action.

Next Offering: April 21 – 
May 18, 2025
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Climate Action & Transition Leadership

  • Online
  • 25 Hours
  • Four Weeks
  • $750

This course showcases how outdated models of leadership have contributed to the climate crisis. You will explore ASI’s six Transition Leadership competency domains offering alternative leadership frameworks designed to inspire climate action within your workplace or community.

Next Offering: June 2 – 
June 29, 2025
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Youth Environmental Leaders Learning Lab

  • Online
  • 30 Hours
  • Five Weeks
  • Free

The Youth Environmental Leaders Learning Lab is a five week program designed for youth between the ages of 18 – 30. Young leaders will build relationships with their peers across the country, learn new concepts that will support their leadership journey, and help to progress their career in environmentalism.

Next Offering: To Be Announced
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Course Testimonials

“I appreciated the perspectives on leadership that this course provided. I have taken other leadership courses, but they have never succeeded in moving away from a hierarchical view of leadership.

The materials and resources in this course had my attention from week one as they provided clear language and approaches for collaborative leadership and recognized the difficulty of engaging in this approach within traditionally hierarchical systems. I look forward to drawing on the resources and learnings from this course in the future.”
Anonymous
AnonymousSustainability Professor
Canadian University
“This course was unique because it promoted an innovative paradigm of leadership that taught us to learn from evolution and nature and apply their lessons of success to the design of climate solutions, as well as the development of cohesive, collaborative, and mutualistic relations that foster sustainable development.

The course was delivered with passion and insight with a focus on bolstering not only our skills in leadership but our capacity to know by heart and act on climate change!”
Leonardo Conde Fernandez
Leonardo Conde FernandezSenior Advisor on Climate Change
Government of Northwest Territories
"The program offers an enriching experience that goes beyond conventional learning. [...] Each module delves into the intricacies of systems change and the importance of self-care amidst complexity. Additionally, the program provides a vibrant networking platform, fostering meaningful connections and dialogue essential for collective action. From exploring the Cynefin Framework to harnessing the transformative potential of storytelling, participants are empowered to navigate challenges and inspire sustainable change across Canada."
Airlea Rasul
Airlea RasulStewardship Funding Coordinator Co-Chair, Environment Founder & Executive Director
Coast Funds | LEAF | Terra Elysium
"This program was a unique opportunity to connect with passionate youth across Canada to build a national youth climate community. It exceeded my expectations with its thoughtful and inspiring content, focus on community and well-being, and ability to foster deep dialogue with help from dedicated and compassionate facilitators. Thank you to The Starfish and ASI for leading the program! I highly recommend it to anyone in the youth climate space, whether you're experienced or just starting out."
Brennan Strandberg-Salmon
Brennan Strandberg-SalmonPolicy Analyst
Environment and Climate Change Canda
“I appreciated the perspectives on leadership that this course provided. I have taken other leadership courses, but they have never succeeded in moving away from a hierarchical view of leadership.

The materials and resources in this course had my attention from week one as they provided clear language and approaches for collaborative leadership and recognized the difficulty of engaging in this approach within traditionally hierarchical systems. I look forward to drawing on the resources and learnings from this course in the future.”
Anonymous
AnonymousSustainability Professor
Canadian University
“This course was unique because it promoted an innovative paradigm of leadership that taught us to learn from evolution and nature and apply their lessons of success to the design of climate solutions, as well as the development of cohesive, collaborative, and mutualistic relations that foster sustainable development.

The course was delivered with passion and insight with a focus on bolstering not only our skills in leadership but our capacity to know by heart and act on climate change!”
Leonardo Conde Fernandez
Leonardo Conde FernandezSenior Advisor on Climate Change
Government of Northwest Territories

What is Transition Leadership?

Transition Leadership is the capacity to understand, implement, and inspire positive change to build a sustainable world. It is a set of skills that help you navigate complexity and create value that’s good for people, good for business, and good for the planet.

These competencies shape all of our education and training programs.

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Collaborative Leadership

Social Innovation & Learning

Strategic Futures Acumen

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Climate & Sustainability Literacy

Adaptive Leadership

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