Since 1988, Brushy Fork Institute has worked to develop strong leadership in Appalachian communities throughout Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. An outreach program of Berea College, the Institute offers leadership training, organizational development workshops and technical assistance to communities working for a better tomorrow.

Each September, Brushy Fork offers an Annual Institute, which includes a variety of intensive workshop tracks as well as plenary sessions on regional issues. The Annual Institute is designed for community leaders, volunteers and organizations and agencies that serve communities. Learn more

Brushy Fork also works with organizations through the Leading Edge Program, which provides technical assistance on a contractual basis. Learn more

Through the new Community Transformation Program, Brushy Fork works intensively with a community to stimulate leadership and community development over an extended period of time. Learn more

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