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Applications for 2026/2027 Diversity Executive Leadership Program

The American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) are excited to accept applications for the 2026/2027 Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) class.

The program's goals are:
  • To provide individuals representing the diverse groups working in AHCA/NCAL member provider organizations with support, access, and opportunities for leadership.
  • To provide AHCA/NCAL with increased access to a diverse pool of talented, engaged members and/or leaders such as committee members and chairs, board members, AHCA Council of States representatives and NCAL State Leaders.

DELP Scholars will participate in an accelerated leadership program of education, mentoring, networking, and volunteer service in the AHCA/NCAL community. Consideration will be given to including diversity of AHCA/NCAL constituencies such as rural or urban, non-profit or proprietary and small, independently-owned, regional or multi-facility corporations. The application deadline is February 13, 2026.


Process


1. Register

Click on the "Submit Nomination" link and complete and submit the registration form.

2. Login

Login with your email and password.

3. Create

Create your online application.

4. Save

During the Call for Applications period, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section.

5. Submit

On completion, save your Application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Applications period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.

If you require assistance or additional information, please contact the Program Administrator.

Key Dates

Applications for 2026/2027 DELP
Applications Open:
January 16, 2026
Applications Close:
February 13, 2026
Notifications:
End of March 2026

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