Rockwood Leadership Institute

Who We Are

Rockwood Leadership Institute supports leaders in transforming themselves, their communities, and the world toward equity, liberation, and sustainability.

We achieve this by providing robust and practical training to individual leaders and cohorts, strengthening the organizations and movements they represent. Our commitment to values influences every aspect of our organization—what we do and how we do it. For over two decades, Rockwood has been a trusted partner to social change leaders, helping them build the resilience, skills, and community needed to create lasting impact.

What We Do

Our programs focus on developing leadership skills that promote social justice, equity, and sustainability. We offer a variety of training programs, fellowships, and partnerships designed to meet the needs of diverse leaders and organizations. Our training emphasizes trust, integrity, transformation, healing, sustainability, and self-care.

We work extensively with Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian leaders, providing them with tools and opportunities to support their communities effectively. Through intensive workshops, long-term fellowships, and organizational consulting, we create spaces where leaders can develop authentic leadership practices, build powerful networks, and strengthen their capacity to lead movements for change.

Working at Rockwood

At Rockwood, we believe in embodying our values in every aspect of our work. Our team is dedicated to creating a culture of trust, integrity, and transformation. We prioritize racial equity and the well-being of leaders impacted by injustice.

Our work environment is supportive, collaborative, and committed to each team member's personal and professional growth. We understand that to support transformative leaders, we must first create a workplace that allows our own team to thrive. We operate on a 32-hour, four-day workweek to ensure a healthy work-life balance and foster sustainability—practicing what we teach about the importance of rest, reflection, and renewal in leadership.

Our Values in Action

We don't just talk about equity and well-being; we build it into our organizational practices. Our team members benefit from a culture that encourages authentic leadership, supports continuous learning, and creates space for both professional excellence and personal sustainability.

Team Benefits

Joining Rockwood Leadership Institute means being part of a values-driven organization that offers the following:

• Four-day workweek: 32-hour full-time schedule, Monday to Thursday, ensuring you have time to recharge and pursue personal interests
• Remote work: Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States, with occasional travel to the Bay Area for team gatherings and program delivery
• Competitive salary and benefits: Comprehensive package to support your well-being and professional development
• Commitment to equity: A workplace that values diversity and promotes equity in all aspects of our work, with ongoing anti-racism and equity training
• Professional development: Opportunities to grow your skills and deepen your understanding of transformative leadership practices
• Community of practice: Work alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to social justice and collective liberation