Activity: Presenting or Organising an Event › To be assigned
The Diversifying Leadership programme is designed to support early-career academics, professional services staff, lecturers, and senior lecturers from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds who are taking their first steps into leadership roles. It is specifically designed for those who are new to leadership positions in higher education or have encountered structural barriers to advancement within the sector. Role of a Sponsor Sponsorship is a special kind of relationship in which a more senior colleague provides structured support which may include: creating research productivity; career advice & guidance; navigate internal politics & structures; and provides access to projects The Sponsor also uses his or her influence with senior members of staff to advocate for the participant. The time commitment will be negotiated between the sponsor and the participant.