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Skills and developmentDesigned to help those from the social sector develop their leadership to lead more effectively. Guided ProgrammesIntensive development journeys designed to equip participants with leadership skills, knowledge, and peer networks. ViewCoursesModule-based learning for a range of leadership levels, addressing diverse needs, interests, and challenges. ViewBespoke LearningAccess training for teams and individuals to empower your organisation to create lasting social change. ViewPersonal DevelopmentFrom coaching to action learning, individuals are enabled to develop capabilities based on career challenges and goals. ViewBackpackA toolkit of activities designed to help overcome specific challenges and achieve desired goals. ViewGuided ProgrammesFully funded
Leadership Lighthouses SeriesApplications now open for Bradford and Oxfordshire. Register your interest for upcoming locations.A series of 10 fully funded leadership development programmes for social purpose leaders from Global Majority backgrounds. Find out moreFully funded
Leaderhship Lighthouses - BradfordApplications openA five-month programme for people working in Bradford within local grassroots, community projects and organisations. January 2026 - June 2026Find out moreFully funded
Leadership Lighthouses - OxfordshireApplications openA five-month programme for people working in Oxfordshire within local grassroots, community projects and organisations. January 2026 - June 2026Find out moreFully funded
Social Leaders HastingsApplications openA fully funded Emerging Leader programme for social leaders in Hastings. January 2026 - June 2026Find out more
Fully funded
Community Leader RhylA leadership development programme for busy voluntary, community and social enterprise leaders to increase their impact through building resilience, influence, confidence, and a support network. February 2026 - June 2026Find out moreFully funded
Social Leaders West WalesApplications openA fully funded community leader programme designed to strengthen leadership across the vibrant communities of Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. February 2026 - June 2026Find out more£2,395 Early Bird
Experienced LeaderApplications closedA nine-month programme for experienced social sector leaders to enhance their leadership capabilities and drive impactful and sustainable change within the sector. September 2025 - June 2026Find out more
£1,995 Early Bird
Emerging LeaderApplications closedA nine-month programme for emerging leaders to grow their leadership skills, strengthen their networks, and contribute to positive social change. October 2025 - June 2026Find out moreFree
Social Leaders CornwallApplications closedAn Emerging Leader programme for social leaders in Cornwall. Grow your leadership and shape change through this fully-funded opportunity for the social sector in Cornwall. September 2025 - June 2026Find out more£425
Management FundamentalsApplications closedAn essential programme created to explore and develop fundamental management skills necessary to lead effectively in the social sector. September 2025 - November 2025Find out more
Free
Supporting Sector Leaders: Liverpool and Northern IrelandApplications closedFunded leadership development through Action Learning and coaching for senior leaders in Refugee, Migration & Racial Equity Sectors across the Liverpool City Region & Northern Ireland. June 2024 - September 2025Find out more
Free
Social Leaders North EastApplications closedA development programme for emerging leaders in Sunderland, Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland, designed to enhance their strategic roles. October 2024 - June 2025Find out moreFree
Social Leaders Cymru / Arweinwyr Cymdeithasol CymruApplications closedOnline and in-person leadership training for social leaders in Wales. The programme supports voluntary, community and social enterprise leaders at all stages in their leadership journey. Various dates in 2024 and 2025Find out more£3,550 Early Bird
Leading Social ImpactApplications closedAccelerate your social impact and gain a certificate from New College, University of Oxford, in collaboration with The Gradel Institute of Charity. September 2025 - March 2026Find out moreCourses
£70
DiscoverSecure your placeAn online introduction to social leadership. Helping you gain insight into who you are as a leader and how to develop. There are four variations of our Discover course built to suit different sub-sectors. Each course is tailored to serve distinct audiences, providing valuable insights and guidance on leadership development. Explore the course that suits you best. Various datesFind out more
£350
Coaching Skills For LeadersApplications closedA four-week online course designed to develop your coaching skills to influence lasting change. November 2024 - December 2024Find out moreBespoke Learning£ Bespoke
Organisational Learning and DevelopmentAccess bespoke training for teams and individuals to empower your organisation to create lasting social change. Find out morePersonal Development Tools£ Bespoke
Find a CoachView CoachesAn initiative offering those working in the social sector access to tailored, affordable, and quality leadership development coaching. OngoingFind out more
£560
Strategic Leader Action LearningApplications closedA peer-supported development approach that offers a confidential space for experienced leaders to address real-world challenges, whilst exploring their authentic leadership style. January - June 2025Find out more
£785
Working with and through others - International DevelopmentApplications closedA facilitated programme for emerging leaders working in International Development to equip them to navigate cross-cultural contexts effectively. January - July 2025Find out more
£299
Lumina Spark Personality ProfileAvailable to purchaseA comprehensive portrait of your whole personality, helping you understand who you really are, coupled with a 1-1 coaching session. OngoingFind out more
£299
Lumina Emotion PortraitAvailable to purchaseA personalised assessment of your emotions and behaviours designed to increase emotional intelligence, coupled with a 1-1 coaching session. OngoingFind out moreBackpackSWOBDo you really know yourself? What are your strengths and weaknesses? What are your opportunities and barriers? Maximise your strengths, improve your weaknesses, and advance your career with the SWOB analysis. StartMaking Room for JoyWhen was the last time you made room for Joy? By reflecting on what brings you joy and what drains you, you will be able to recharge and refocus on what matters. This will make you a more resilient, motivated, and authentic leader. StartFear-settingDo you struggle with setting goals? Is it difficult to visualise success in your future? For some of us setting goals is easy, but for others it can be incredibly difficult. Stop holding yourself back and reach new heights of your career with the Fear-setting activity. StartPrioritise Your DevelopmentDo you want to improve your leadership skills? Don't know where to start? The 'importance-effort' matrix can help you prioritise what leadership capabilities you should focus on developing first and what can wait. This will help you identify areas of development that will have the greatest impact for your effectiveness as a leader. StartTime CapsuleMaking sense of the events that have happened in your life, your organisation and the wider landscape of society. This is a personal and reflective mapping activity. To move forward, it is often useful to stop and reflect on where you are now, and what events, people and circumstances have lead you there. This activity is designed to help you ‘know yourself’ in relation to your context. StartPrevious programmesExplore our past programmes. Whether you’re new to social sector leadership or are an Experienced CEO, our leadership programmes and events have been created with your needs in mind. Enquire hereDouble Lockdown: Rebooting leadership in the Criminal Justice SystemApplications closedA free online programme for leaders with lived experience of the Criminal Justice System to recognise their potential and strengthen their collective voice. 11 January 2021 - 21 May 2021Learn MoreLeading Beyond LockdownApplications closedA highly subsidised online skills and development programme designed to help you gain clarity, support and a renewed sense of purpose to lead beyond lockdown with confidence. Designed to prepare you to lead beyond lockdown with confidence. 27 July 2020 - 23 November 2020Learn MoreResponding to Covid-19 Online Programme: UK Migration & Refugee SectorApplications closedThis free, online leadership programme seeks to strengthen leadership skills and organisations to cope with the immense pressure, and learn together about how to respond and lead. 13 July 2020 - 30 September 2020Learn MoreRe-imagining Health: Social Prescribing Leadership ProgrammeApplications closedAn online programme designed to develop leadership skills, build a sustainable network of peers, and improve social prescribing. 22 March 2021 - 30 September 2021Learn moreCobseo Emerging LeaderApplications closedA highly subsidised, six-month online programme for emerging leaders in the armed forces and service charities sector. 7 June 2021 - 10 December 2021Learn moreEmerging Leader Bank of AmericaApplications closedAn online programme for emerging leaders working in organisations funded by Bank of America build their leadership potential. 6 April 2021 - October 2021Learn moreLeading Beyond Borders, Emerging Leader 2021Applications closedAn intensive six-month online programme designed for emerging leaders operating in the Migration and Refugee sector. September 2021 - March 2022Find out moreLeading Beyond Borders, Experienced Leader 2021Applications closedA nine-month online programme designed for experienced leaders operating in the Migration and Refugee sector. October 2021 - June 2022Find out moreSocial Leaders Oxfordshire 2023Applications closedSupporting Emerging Leaders and Voluntary & Community Leaders in Oxfordshire to build leadership potential, strengthen networks, and drive social change. September 2023 - June 2024Find out moreLeadership Lab: West YorkshireApplications closedA two-month programme designed to create a safe space for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic social leaders to explore and build their potential. 6 May - 1 July 2022Find out more |
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Management Fundamentals September 2025
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Discover Programme November 2025
