A New Leadership Model for a Better Future
We help people learn how to communicate with courage, build trust across differences, and become an influence for good in their homes, workplaces, and communities.
Are we settling for leadership that divides and dominates?
Every day, communities are shaped by how we lead or fail to lead. Without a new approach, we risk deepening polarization and missing out on leaders who unite around shared values and build lasting social capital. The future depends on leaders who choose connection over conflict and service over self-interest.
Discover a Leadership Model Rooted in Goodness, Service, and Finding Unity of Purpose
The School of Statesmanship, Stewardship, and Service (SOSSAS) offers a transformative approach to leadership that blends timeless wisdom with practical skill-building.
Founded by educators, public servants, Pulitzer Prize winners, and visionary community leaders, SOSSAS equips participants to:
- Strengthen social-emotional and metacognitive skills that enhance understanding and connection.
- Build trust and collaboration across differences.
- Lead with integrity, curiosity, and a sense of shared purpose.
- And much more
A Proven Path Trusted by Hundreds and Guided by Visionary Leaders and Citizens
We have helped hundreds of people, from students and community members to business owners and elected officials, develop the skills to serve with purpose and integrity. Our practical approach centers on thoughtful discourse, empathetic listening, and stewardship principles as the foundation for effective leadership.
“The School of Statesmanship offers an approach that empowers anyone who aspires to be a leader – whether they choose to lead within their family, neighborhood, workplace or the larger community. This approach is truly a path toward achieving shared aspirations. We find it so important that we plan to keep our employees involved on a regular basis.”
– John Creighton, CEO, High Plains Bank
“The courses help me to understand how we react to stimuli and the way those reactions can get in the way of reacting intentionally and the need for constant practice to both observe and control my own reactions. It also has opened up a bunch of interesting book recommendations that are quite pertinent to my day job and to my advocacy.”
– Eric Wallace, Owner and Co-Founder, Left Hand Brewing
Your Path to Getting Involved
Leadership rooted in goodness starts with simple, intentional steps:
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Explore upcoming classes to strengthen your leadership and connect with others who share your vision.
Collaborate With Our Team
Interested in contributing your unique perspective?
Email Carol at carol@sossas.org to discuss joining our project team
Help Grow the Movement
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Upcoming Courses & Events
Beyond the Bandaids (TM) with ProjectPACT
A podcast for police and community
ProjectPACT, funded by the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP) and in partnership with SOSSAS and New Blue, invites you to listen to Beyond the Bandaids, a podcast dedicated to reimagining public safety through purpose, partnership, and community.
Hosted by Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, Chief Mike Butler, and Kristin Daley, the podcast brings together officers, public safety professionals, community leaders, and residents for meaningful conversations that spark connection and inspire change. Each episode reminds us that both citizens and police are part of one community, working together to build trust and foster unity.
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About SOSSAS
The School of Statesmanship, Stewardship, and Service (SOSSAS) is a learning community devoted to activating human potential and elevating leadership for the common good. We foster civility, active citizenship, and shared purpose—helping individuals and communities grow in compassion, confidence, and collective responsibility.
Join us in building the kind of future we all want to live in.
