Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer plus (LGBTQ+) councillors are invited to join us at our annual two-day, cross-party weekender event on Saturday 3 to Sunday 4 February 2024 – an excellent opportunity to network and share experiences.
Attendees will have opportunities to:
- explore the challenges of being a LGBTQ+ councillor
- build skills to help you get across what you stand for
- work on how to build support networks
- increase your personal resilience
- develop your strategies for leading while also being 'other'
- explore intersectionality and what it is to be different (at the same time as being the same)
- explore some of the critical challenges facing LGBTQ+ councillors due to societal pressures facing LGBTQ+ communities
- hear and share experiences from other LGBTQ+ leaders about their leadership journey, insights and views on the type of leadership required to address key challenges
- discuss whether there are any particular issues that should be considered by LGBTQ+ councillors
- reflect on your personal leadership style and its impact on others
- explore and practice key leadership skills such as influencing, networking and creating impact in order to achieve their goals.
Dates
Saturday, 1 February – Sunday, 2 February 2025
Venue
Warwick Conferences, Lakeside Village, Scarman Road, Coventry CV4 7SH
Fee
The cost for attending one of these two-day residential events is £150 which includes accommodation, meals and all learning materials.
Attendees may wish to join us for dinner and stay overnight at the venue on Friday 2 February 2024 (the night before the event) for an additional £50.
Register now
To register, please contact Grace Collins MBE, Adviser – Leadership:
0207 664 3054
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