Leaders

The WS Shuler Whitmore (WSSW) Foundation  supports the SAMAAP WSSW Leadership Institute which has been operating under the auspices of SAMAAP (La Sociedad de Amigos del Museo Afro Antillano de Panama/The Society of Friends of the West Indian Museum) since 2003. SAMAAP Institute Leaders (18 - 40-years old) are often in the early stages of their careers and as such aspire to increase their knowledge, capabilities, and skills.

Advisers (40+), because of their expertise as entrepreneurs or professionals, are invited to join a Council of Advisers which actively support our Institute Leaders. Institute members complete an Institute membership application annually documenting dues paid to SAMAAP, hours volunteered, gifts of services in-kind, or donations made to community non-profits. Moreover, Leaders may serve in Council-Arranged Internships to gain experience and training.