Leading Beyond Borders, Emerging Leader 2021

No, you don’t need to have any particular academic or professional qualifications to take part in the programme. We know that leadership development training can be very difficult to access in the social sector, so try to make it accessible to those with minimal prior training. Your passion for and experience in the sector are all you need to apply.

We classify the leadership experience required to meet the programme eligibility as professional, in-sector experience. This may have been accrued at different points throughout your career, at different organisations and can be paid or voluntary. Emerging leader applicants should be able to display at least three to six years of such experience. If your experience falls outside of these criteria, but you feel you are otherwise well suited for the programme, let us know why your experience is relevant and transferable in your application.

If you have any questions, please email us at programmes@cloresocialleadership.org.uk. This email address is checked three times a week, so please expect a response time of 48 hours.

As a Clore Social Fellow, you will join a large network of social sector leaders from across the UK. Opportunities to connect with local fellows and continue learning will be supported, encouraged and facilitated wherever possible. We are always developing new programme offerings, and may have something of interest to you in the future, so keep in touch, and let us know if you have any ideas, or want to develop something with us for your organisation.

Lived Experience Leaders (LEx leaders) will also be invited to join the UK-wide Lived Experience Leaders Movement where you will be able to connect with LEx leaders working across sectors and industries across the UK with an opportunity to learn from each other and build collaborations on intersectional issues.

No, you don’t have to be attached to an organisation to be eligible. In your application, please demonstrate how you are currently supporting migrant and refugee communities and your experience in and commitment to the sector.

Yes. In fact, a greater positive impact on an organisation has been noted when more than one individual has embarked on our leadership development programmes. Please submit your application and our panel will ensure a fair and balanced moderation process.

Yes, most definitely. This programme is also for volunteers in the sector - you are leaders too! There are many social leaders who carry out their social purpose work through volunteering. All we ask that you please ensure you demonstrate your experience in and commitment to the sector.

Yes, this programme is open to all volunteers in the sector - you are leaders too! However, we appreciate that there can be work/volunteer restrictions that some people in the asylum/immigration system(s) face. Please ensure that you protect yourselves and know your rights.

While you do not need permission or buy-in from your organisation, we have found that the support of an organisation can positively impact on the development of the individual, especially in terms of implementing learning.

As this is an online programme, the only materials you need is access to an internet connection and a device to work from (laptop, computer, tablet). All other materials will be provided for free online.