Allyship for Leaders
Allyship for Leaders
This session focuses on learning what allyship means from a leadership perspective. It can be easy to fall into the trap of becoming a saviour, but to be an effective ally, we need to reflect on our role, the power dynamics at play and what our employees need. This session presents strategies to effectively act as an ally with equity-deserving communities within our workplaces. Highlighting interactive case studies and actionable insights, this workshop empowers participants to make immediate, impactful changes in their leadership approach.
Audience
This program is designed for leaders at any level who wish to manage team dynamics and drive change effectively. Ideal for emerging sponsors and advocates, it equips participants with tools and insights based on Inclusive Leadership principles. Suited for organizations already on the path of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) with basic comprehension and dedication to transformation, this workshop advances leaders from awareness to actionable change. Suitable for both global and local contexts, the session offers universal principles devoid of regional specifics.
Primary Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand the concept of allyship in relation to members of marginalized groups.
- Distinguish among effective and less useful strategies of allies.
- Apply the principles of allyship in your organizational culture.
Agenda & Key Concepts
- Introduction to Authentic Allyship
- Acting in Allyship
- Roles and Strategies for Effective Allyship
- Not Acting in Allyship: When is an Ally, not an Ally?
- Interactive Case Studies
- Immediate Actionable Takeaways