Mentorship, Allyship & Sponsorship for Women in Leadership Training Course

Introduction

In the journey towards achieving gender equity in leadership, robust support systems are not just beneficial but essential. This intensive 5-day training course, "Mentorship, Allyship & Sponsorship for Women in Leadership," is meticulously designed to empower women with the knowledge and practical strategies to leverage these critical relationships, while also equipping all leaders with the skills to be effective mentors, allies, and sponsors. Participants will explore the distinct roles and immense value of each type of relationship, learning how to strategically build, nurture, and utilize these networks to accelerate career progression, foster inclusion, and drive systemic change.

This program moves beyond theoretical concepts, offering actionable frameworks for both seeking and providing impactful support. Through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and peer coaching, participants will gain confidence in navigating professional relationships, advocating for themselves and others, and breaking down barriers to women's advancement. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to cultivate powerful support ecosystems that not only propel individual careers but also contribute significantly to creating more equitable and diverse leadership landscapes within any organization.

Duration: 5 Days

Target Audience:

  • Women in mid to senior-level leadership roles
  • Aspiring women leaders
  • Men and women leaders interested in supporting women's advancement
  • HR professionals and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) specialists
  • Mentors, allies, and sponsors seeking to enhance their impact

Objectives:

  • To differentiate between mentorship, allyship, and sponsorship and understand their unique contributions to career advancement.
  • To equip women with strategies for identifying, attracting, and leveraging effective mentors and sponsors.
  • To provide actionable frameworks for all leaders to become impactful allies and sponsors for women.
  • To explore the challenges and best practices in establishing and maintaining supportive professional relationships.
  • To empower participants to build strong networks that foster career growth and systemic gender equity.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Unpacking the Power of Professional Relationships

  • Defining mentorship, allyship, and sponsorship
  • The distinct benefits and outcomes of each relationship type
  • Why these relationships are crucial for women in leadership
  • Understanding the current landscape of support for women
  • Self-assessing personal networking and relationship-building skills

Module 2: Mastering Mentorship: Guidance and Growth

  • What makes an effective mentor and mentee relationship
  • Strategies for finding and approaching mentors
  • Setting clear goals and expectations for mentorship
  • Maximizing the value of mentorship conversations
  • Navigating challenges and evolving mentor-mentee dynamics

Module 3: The Art of Allyship: Championing Inclusion

  • Defining what it means to be an active ally for women
  • Understanding unconscious biases and systemic barriers faced by women
  • Practical strategies for speaking up and advocating for women
  • Interrupting microaggressions and challenging stereotypes
  • Building an inclusive environment through daily actions

Module 4: Sponsorship: The Accelerator of Advancement

  • What is sponsorship and why it's critical for career progression
  • Differentiating sponsorship from mentorship
  • How sponsors advocate for, promote, and protect their sponsees
  • Strategies for attracting and securing influential sponsors
  • Being "sponsor-ready": demonstrating potential and performance

Module 5: Building Your Strategic Support Network

  • Mapping your current professional network
  • Identifying gaps and opportunities for strategic relationship building
  • Techniques for networking authentically and effectively
  • Leveraging internal and external platforms for connections
  • Maintaining and nurturing long-term professional relationships

Module 6: Overcoming Challenges in Support Relationships

  • Addressing common pitfalls in mentorship and sponsorship
  • Navigating power dynamics and ethical considerations
  • Managing expectations and potential disappointments
  • Dealing with resistance or lack of support from others
  • Strategies for self-advocacy when support is limited

Module 7: Organizational Strategies for Fostering Support

  • Designing effective formal mentorship programs
  • Creating a culture that encourages allyship and sponsorship
  • Best practices for organizational support initiatives
  • Measuring the impact of mentorship and sponsorship programs
  • Integrating support systems into DEI strategies

Module 8: Personal Action Plan and Commitment

  • Developing a personalized plan for seeking and offering support
  • Setting clear, actionable goals for mentorship, allyship, and sponsorship
  • Identifying immediate steps and long-term commitments
  • Building accountability and tracking progress
  • Committing to being a lifelong champion for women in leadership

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

 

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