Changemakers Retreat
The Changemakers Retreat is a four-day in-person program for higher education community engagement professionals, focusing on leadership, identity, and building equitable campus communities.
Funder: Campus Compact
Due Dates: May 14, 2026 (Registration deadline for 2026 Retreat)
Funding Amounts: $450 registration fee per participant; covers curriculum, meals, hosted reception, and local transportation.
Summary: Four-day, in-person leadership development retreat for higher education community engagement professionals, focused on identity, leadership, and community building.
Key Information: Open only to faculty and staff at Campus Compact member institutions.
Description
The Changemakers Retreat is a four-day, immersive, in-person leadership development program designed for current and aspiring community engagement professionals in higher education. Hosted annually by Campus Compact, the retreat provides participants with interactive workshops, equity-centered community building, coaching, and goal setting, all aimed at strengthening their identities as campus leaders. The program emphasizes three main themes: professional identity in community engagement, place-based leadership, and building strong campus communities. Attendees benefit from peer-to-peer coaching, collective leadership development, and opportunities to strategize for institutional change, all within a supportive and reflective environment.
