resources

The following resources reflect the knowledge, tools, and community assets that have shaped the Westside Leadership Institute experience. From the Road to Community workbook to community asset maps and research, these resources help residents identify strengths, build connections, and create positive change in their communities.

wli alumni

organizations

Explore the ways Westside Leadership Institute graduates are making a difference in their communities through the arts, community engagement, education, health & wellness, parks & open space, culture and heritage. This map highlight the organization created by WLI alumni. Also learn about Westside Leadership Institute on LinkedIn, a great way to network and learn about the latest WLI programs.

westside

asset map

Locate parks, open spaces, religious institutions, senior services, K-12, public services, community organizations, food services, arts & music, early child and after school program, health and recreation opportunities for zip codes: 84116, 84119 and 84104. See the list here.

the road to

community workbook

For more than two decades, the Road to Community workbook has guided WLI Fundamentals participants on a journey of leadership, service, and community building. Rooted in the experiences of west-side residents and community leaders, the curriculum helps participants discover their strengths, understand their communities, build meaningful relationships, and develop the skills needed to lead positive change.

Cover of a workbook titled "Road to Community" featuring a grid of diverse smiling individuals and logos of Salt Lake organizations.
Cover of a manual titled 'Camino a la Comunidad' with a subtitle 'Manual práctico para involucrar a las comunidades y desarrollar liderazgo'. The cover features a collage of diverse smiling people and logos of organizations including NeighborWorks Salt Lake, University Neighborhood Partners, Westside Leadership Institute, The University of Utah, and Salt Lake Education Foundation.