Application is now open from 13th – 24th January 2025
Liverpool City Region (LCR) leadership initiative: Shadowing programme
Funded by the Liverpool City Region Race Equality Hub, GraceHola Ltd has been commissioned to deliver 40 shadowing opportunities to enhance leadership development for Ethically Diverse Individuals (Black, Asian, Minority and Ethnic – BAME) living or working in the Liverpool City Region (LCR).
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Note: One form should be completed per organisation. Additionally, please ensure that your participating senior leaders complete the Leader’s application form by Clicking Here
The shadowing opportunities will cut across a range of leadership areas, including:
Roles within local government, healthcare, education, or law enforcement, policy advocacy, and community engagement.
In collaboration with GraceHola Ltd, LCR Race Equality Hub, NHS Northwest Leadership Academy and a senior EDI Consultant in Cheshire and Merseyside, this initiative seeks to empower underrepresented communities and promote diversity in leadership roles.
- Personalised leadership development through shadowing experienced senior leaders
- Access to potential sponsorship to unlock career advancement opportunities.
- Gain hands-on insights into leadership roles in real-world environments.
- Opportunity to develop leadership competencies and innovative thinking, while applying
acquired skills in real-world settings.
- Boost employee engagement and retention by promoting a culture of learning and growth.
- Enhance the development of diverse talent, supporting the creation of a more inclusive and adaptable workforce.
- Strengthen organisational culture by promoting diversity, innovation, and inclusion, and enhance your reputation as a forward-thinking employer.
- Supporting the delivery of organisational Race Equity Plan and Priorities in collaboration with lived experience BAME communities
- Opportunity to develop and sponsor the next generation of BAME leaders while deepening your understanding of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Broaden your perspective, enhance your communication skills, and strengthen relationships across various levels of the organisation.
- Actively contribute to promoting racial equity within your organisation and the wider community.
- To commit to completing the programme.
- Provide guidance and mentoring during shadowing sessions.
- Support BAME participants.
- Create and maintain an inclusive environment.
- To actively promote, where appropriate, the skills and talents of your BAME sponsoree.
- Commit to attending shadowing sessions, training, and support activities.
- Actively engage with your paired leader and/or sponsor to develop leadership skills and gain organisational insights.
- Apply learning to drive personal growth and inspire positive change.
CONTACT US
For more details or queries, please contact GraceHola Ltd at info@graceholaconsulting.co.uk
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a key initiative that is shaping the future of leadership and diverse workforce in the LCR. Apply now to be a part of this exciting journey!