POL II - The Wonder of Now ~ Our Stories, Our Calling in These Times

With Debra R. Baker and Other POL Alumni

February 1 - 3, 2025

Date and Time Details:

Program begins with appetizers late Saturday afternoon, February 1 and ends mid-afternoon on Monday, February 3, 2025.

Our switch to a Sat > Mon schedule this year accommodates other programs meeting onsite before and after POL II.

One night’s extra lodging is available at additional cost Monday February 3, 2025 provided a minimum of 5 people commit to this option by Monday January 13, 2025. See the "Meals and Lodging" registration page for details and guidance.

Location: The Whidbey Institute

Address: 6449 Old Pietila Road, Clinton WA 98236

Contact: registration@whidbeyinstitute.org

Cabin - Single – $380.00
Cabin - Shared – $328.00
Cabin - Shared w/ Queen Bed – $328.00
Farmhouse Single – $380.00
Farmhouse Shared – $328.00
Farmhouse Shared w/ Queen – $328.00
Commuter - Day Use – $230.00

(All prices include $230.00 base amount for meals and facility fees)

POL II 2025: Powers of Leadership Alumni Gathering

Facilitated by Debra Baker and other POL Alumni

Space is Limited – Register Today!

POL II 2025 invites us to gather and share stories in a season of loss and reflection, amidst the ever-present reality of hope that exists in our species.

Taking our cue from earth, we once again revisit the cycles that sustain life in our midst and call upon faith, hope and love as the essence of our existence.

To come together to celebrate all that is – and grieve all that feels lost – and imagine the future we will co-create.

To call upon the leadership opportunities given to each of us as we bring a faithful expression of our work to the world and to one another in this time.

To feast upon faces of goodness and hear stories of faith and courage, to grieve together, to share a commitment to a just and sacred world, and to bless the work we are holding.

Together we will step with intention into a place apart, revive our personal and collective capacities, and spark joy and community in the face of these challenging times.

This program is open to all Powers of Leadership (POL I) graduates.

We look forward to having you with us at POL II 2025!

We are dedicated to making POL II accessible, diverse and welcoming to all who are drawn to attend. We will accommodate, whenever possible, requests for scholarship assistance so you can attend.

To donate in any amount to support POL II scholarships (even if you aren’t attending) please complete the DONATE portion of the registration page. To request scholarship assistance please contact Cathy Buller at cathy@whidbeyinstitute.org.

About the Faculty

Debra R. Baker

Live, Love, Lead, Liberate! Debra offers a successful history of serving and leading at various organizational levels. As a sage with a deep interest in human development and organizational health, Debra has become known for creative human-centered program development along with her zesty inclusive social learning and facilitation skills. Her areas of focus include equity, […]

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Other POL Alumni

Pre-selected session facilitators working with Debra Baker on POL II program elements.

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