We love the North West.
But we face big challenges.
Disposable income in Derry & Strabane is 89.4% of average*
In Donegal, it’s 74.8%*
* See the details in our report here.
That’s where you come in.
We know from experience that community practitioners in the North West want to work with business.
We also know that businesses want to work with the community. And we know that both want to work with the public sector and government agencies. But collectively, we don’t always know how to work together.
The Leadership Collective is about bridging that gap, and growing a regional network of leadership across sectors: community, public and private.
Learning, networking and doing.
Study visit to Dublin
Mid-way through the programme, we’ll spend a few days in Dublin, engaging with policymakers and community leaders.
This is a golden opportunity to network with key stakeholders and leaders delivering change at a big scale.
A lasting network
We want to build a network for community leadership that lasts.
By connecting cross-sectoral leaders throughout the North West, we believe we can foster a more resilient and successful region in the future.
In-person learning
The course is built around monthly in-person sessions at Holywell.
Guided by expert guest speakers, we’ll set the context for our work with in-depth explorations of the socio-political challenges people face in our region.
Actionable outcomes
The programme will emphasise finding solutions to real challenges in the community.
The cohort of leaders will be expected to collaborate on ideas and projects that aim to bring about real change.
Key details
Eligibility
People in a senior or leadership role within the community, public, or private sectors.
Duration
November 2024 – June 2025
Location
Holywell DiverseCity Community Partnership, Bishop Street, Derry-Londonderry.
Cost
Free for all participants.
