Apply for the 2026 WSDA Leadership Institute by February 20
The WSDA Leadership Institute is a program designed to foster new leadership in organized dentistry by getting participants involved in a variety of WSDA activities and meetings.
The WSDA Leadership Institute is a program designed to foster new leadership in organized dentistry by getting participants involved in a variety of WSDA activities and meetings. The program provides an opportunity for WSDA members, in small cohorts of five to seven participants, to gain a better understanding of organized dentistry at the state level and to build relationships with current WSDA leaders. Participants are paired with WSDA Board of Directors or Past President mentors who shepherd them through several activities tailored to developing emerging leaders from within our membership.
Leadership Institute Events
2026 Leadership Institute participants should plan to attend the following events. All program costs are paid by WSDA, including airfare, hotels, meals, and transportation.
- Pacific Northwest Dental Conference (May 28-30, 2026 in Seattle)
- Past Presidents Roundtable & Association Orientation (September 17, 2026 in Spokane)
- House of Delegates (September 17-19, 2026 in Spokane)
- Committee Meeting(s) of Participant’s Choice (Multiple Dates in Seattle)
- Dental Action Day (Date TBA January/February 2027 in Olympia)
- Board of Directors Meeting (March 19, 2027 in Seattle)
The deadline to apply is Friday, February 20, 2026.
