Developing inclusive leadership practice
Inclusive Cultures is a six-month disabled-led professional development programme designed for cultural leaders seeking to take steps towards systemic change. This learning opportunity is for individuals who are ready to deepen and broaden their competence and give them the courage to contribute to inclusive culture making and disability justice. The programme draws on Inclusive Leadership theories and practice, and the lived experiences of D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people/communities, and uses coaching techniques to inform both thinking and action.
Programme Details
Inclusive Cultures Includes:
The programme consists of four morning seminars exploring the following topics:
- The latest research on shaping fearless, psychologically safe, and caring practices for individuals, organisations, and projects.
- The Social Model as a tool, the colonial roots in ableism, the experience of disablism and the implications of these things.
- Spaces, places, and intersectional perspectives, including hierarchies of need, power dynamics, and sharing, caring, and distribution of power.
- Solutions presented by our leaders, shaping a dynamic and inclusive leadership framework for the future.
Additionally, the programme includes four afternoon small-group action learning/coaching sessions, where participants engage with a coach to delve into the seminar content, employ action learning methodologies, explore solutions collectively, and activate their learning effectively.
Why Choose Inclusive Cultures
Led by six disabled professional artists and coaches, this programme combines Inclusive Leadership theories with the lived experiences of D/deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent individuals and communities. It consists of four morning seminars exploring cutting-edge research and solutions for shaping inclusive leadership practices, followed by four afternoon small group action learning/coaching sessions to activate learning.
How to Apply
To apply, check the eligibility criteria and your availability for the programme’s dates. Submit your application by scrolling to the bottom of this page and clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button (this is only visible when applications are open).
You can also apply in writing, BSL/video or via an audio file – just contact us at [email protected]
The deadline for applications is Monday 29th April, 9am.
The application questions are:
- How would you describe the work you are currently doing to achieve inclusive cultures for yourself, your project(s), organisation or company?
- What barriers or challenges have you discovered in this work what what have you tried so far?
- What would you like to think about and work on during your time on the programme?
We will let you know if your application has been successful by late May 2024.
Testimonials
I have been incredibly enthused by the energy and commitment of fellow sector workers, which has given me a more hopeful way of thinking about working more inclusively in the future.
Cultures, 2023 Programme Participant
Delivery Team
A team of six disabled professional artists and coaches lead the programme. Inclusive Cultures was originally developed in 2021 by Diverse City and Clore Diversity Associate Sarah Pickthall, alongside a team of disabled coaches.
Course Structure
Inclusive Cultures entails 4 days of learning, delivered online. All sessions are 10.00-16.30, with an hour-and-a-half break for lunch and smaller breaks built in to the day’s schedule.
The dates for Inclusive Cultures 2024 are:
- Friday 14th June
- Friday 19th July
- Friday 20th September
- Friday 25th October
Alongside these sessions, those taking part are encouraged to explore and try out learnings in their own context, as well as to find opportunities to connect with others taking part in the programme. Participants are also asked to consider writing a blog or learning reflection to share their insights, refreshed perspectives and ways forward as part of a wider conversation about culture change.
These blogs will be published on the Clore Leadership website – you can see publications from past cohorts here.
The programme has been so powerful for me. The value of the relationships made, the wisdom shared, insight illuminated through the seminars and the coaching sessions has been life changing.
Inclusive Cultures 2022 Participant
Costs & Funding
For the 2024 programme, the following fee bands will apply:
- Large organisations (250+ employees): £175
- Organisations up to 250 employees: £125
- Freelancers: £75
If the programme cost is prohibitive, please reach out to the programme for support at [email protected]
Access Support for your application
The programme is dedicated to understanding and supporting participants’ access requirements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding programme accessibility, please contact us.
BSL application support videos pending.
If you require access support to make your application, please contact us to discuss your requirements at [email protected]. You are able to make your application in audio or video files if you wish.
Inclusive Cultures Blogs: A Taster
You can find the full listing of Inclusive Cultures blogs published in the Clore Leadership Resources section here!