Michael Leslie is applying for the position of Program Officer. He has years of experience managing successful non-profit educational programs. Most recently, as a Program Officer for the Solidarity Center, AFL-CIO, he developed and implemented trade union strengthening programs for union leaders and workers throughout the U.S. and West Africa. He offers outstanding program oversight focused on leadership development, human rights, and economic and social justice. Additionally, he has experience as Vice President of the United Auto Workers Union advancing the goals of over 8,000 union workers. He is skilled in writing grant proposals and reports to secure funding.