Description

Background

In today’s dynamic workforce, women represent a pivotal segment, bringing diverse perspectives and strengths. Yet, the advancement rate for women into leadership roles lags behind their male counterparts. The “Women in Leadership” workshop aims to bridge this gap by empowering participants with insights into the development of women leaders, understanding the unique value women bring to the table, and strategies for fostering an environment that supports women’s advancement in organizations.

Workshop Objectives:

• Discuss the leadership gap between men and women.
• Highlight women in powerful positions and their impact on their organizations and industries.
• Examine traits associated with women in management and leadership.
• Identify barriers to women’s leadership and strategies to overcome them.
• Explore the organizational benefits of diversity and women’s inclusion in leadership roles.

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Benefits

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Gain insights into the leadership gap between men and women and understand the historical and societal dynamics that contribute to this disparity.
• Explore the traits and strengths women bring to leadership roles and how they differentiate from traditional leadership paradigms.
• Identify barriers women face in leadership positions and strategies to overcome these challenges.
• Understand the significant benefits that women leaders bring to organizations, including diverse perspectives, enhanced collaboration, and a strong work ethic.
• Learn practical strategies for developing women leaders within your organization and for creating a supportive environment that recognizes and promotes women’s contributions to the workforce.

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Who Should Attend?

• Organizational leaders and HR professionals who are committed to diversity and inclusion;
• Women aspiring to leadership roles and seeking to enhance their leadership skills;
• Allies and advocates who wish to support women in leadership within their organizations;

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Curriculum

Day One: Understanding the Landscape of Women in Leadership

• Overview of women’s current status in leadership across industries.
• Historical context and evolution of women’s roles in the workforce.
• Identifying the leadership gap: Causes and implications.
• Strengths and challenges unique to women in leadership.
• Panel discussion: Experiences of women leaders in overcoming barriers.

Practical Sessions:

• • Self-assessment exercise: Identifying your leadership style.
  • Interactive group discussion: Sharing personal leadership journeys.

 

Day Two: Developing Leadership Traits and Skills in Women

• Key leadership traits that contribute to women’s success.
• Emotional intelligence and its impact on effective leadership.
• Strategies for assertive communication and negotiation.
• Building confidence and visibility in professional settings.
• Workshop: Effective decision-making and problem-solving strategies.

Practical Sessions:

• • Role-playing: Navigating challenging leadership scenarios.
  • Mentorship speed dating: Connecting with potential mentors and mentees.

 

Day Three: Navigating Barriers to Women’s Leadership

• Comprehensive analysis of barriers facing women in leadership roles.
• Strategies to combat gender bias and stereotypes in the workplace.
• Navigating work-life balance challenges as a woman leader.
• Creating a supportive network: The role of allies and sponsors.
• The case study reviews Success stories of overcoming barriers.

Practical Sessions:

• • Group activity: developing a personal action plan to overcome specific barriers.
  • Workshop: Crafting persuasive messages to challenge stereotypes.

 

Day Four: Institutional Support and Strategies for Advancing Women Leaders

• The business case for diversity: how women leaders benefit organizations.
• Policies and practices that support women’s leadership development.
• Implementing effective mentorship and sponsorship programs.
• Fostering an inclusive culture for all genders.
• Action planning: steps organizations can take to promote women in leadership.

Practical Sessions:

• • Simulation exercise: designing a gender-inclusive leadership development program.
  • Action planning workshop: Setting personal and organizational goals for advancing women in leadership.