THRIVE 2024
Virtual Leadership Program
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
THRIVE is a ten-week virtual program that will develop the next generation of Two-Spirit, queer and trans people managers. Participants will get exclusive access to queer and trans leaders working at the highest levels of Canadian business and engage in important peer-to-peer discussions. Through live Zoom sessions, collaborative group study, and self-directed work our fourth THRIVE cohort will collectively unlock their potential as out leaders.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The fourth cohort of THRIVE will support a positive learning environment and peer-to-peer learning. The process by which those interested in participating will open on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The deadline for applications will be Monday, February 12, 2024. Those selected for the THRIVE cohort will pay a participation fee of $1,500 (plus applicable taxes) for employees of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners and $2,000 (plus applicable taxes) for employees of other organizations, due upon acceptance.
Applicants who are self-employed, employed by a nonprofit or by a registered charity may indicate their interest in being considered for a scholarship to THRIVE. Those accepted as scholarship participants will be charged no fee for participation.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
The primary goal of THRIVE is to develop and support Two-Spirit, queer, and trans leaders within medium-to-large Canadian employers. Those who would get the very most out of this opportunity will fit the following profile:
- Self-identified as Two-Spirit, queer, trans or otherwise marginalized on the grounds of gender expression, gender identity and/or sexual orientation
- At least five years of experience in the workplace
- In a position of management or on a management track
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
All sessions will be on Tuesday evenings, beginning at 6 PM ET and running 2-3 hours, depending on the speaker.
Sessions
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Kick-Off Session: Telling Your Story and Putting Equity Measures into Practice
- Supplementary topic: Looking Inward: Your Leadership Journey
- With Paul Taylor (he/him) & Saylesh Wesley (she/her)
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Anti-racist Leadership
- Supplementary topic: Building Anti-Oppression into Your Inclusive Leadership Strategy
- With Yamikani Msosa (they/them)
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Decolonizing Leadership
- Supplementary topic: Reflecting on Indigenous Inclusion and Partnerships
- With Grand Chief Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer (she/her)
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Thriving as a leader: incorporating mental health strategies in the workplace
- Supplementary topic: Managing Challenging Conversations
- With Tenniel Brown (she/her)
Tuesday, April 23, 2023
The Future of Work
- Supplementary topic: Practical applications and reflections of the program and your leadership journey
- With Colin Druhan (he/him), Saylesh Wesley (she/her) & Special Guest (TBA)
Study Groups
Study groups are meant to deepen the experience of the program by offering the opportunity to collaboratively engage with curriculum material and form networking connections with small groups of peers. It is recommended that study groups occur on alternating Tuesday evenings from 6 pm – 7 pm ET; however, the actual timing of the study group is up to the discretion of each individual study group and can happen at any time between scheduled sessions.
- Week of March 4 – 8, 2024
- Week of March 18 – 21, 2024
- Week of April 1 – 5, 2024
- Week of April 15 – 19, 2024
- Week of April 29 – May 3, 2024
Networking Event
Beyond study groups, participants will also have the opportunity to connect further with their peers through an exclusive virtual speed networking event happening at the beginning of the program, in addition to gaining access to the THRIVE Alumni LinkedIn Group.
- Tuesday, March 5, 2024: Speed-networking Session – 6 PM ET
Learning Objectives
- To build strategic connections with other out leaders
- To further leadership development through a combination of support from thought leaders, curriculum focused on self-growth, and networking opportunities
- To deepen the relationship to leadership-focused curriculum through self-directed learning and collaborative study groups
SPEAKERS
GRAND CHIEF KAHSENNÉNHAWE SKY-DEER (she/her)
Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke
SAYLESH WESLEY (she/her)
Indigenous Enhancement Teacher
Chilliwack School District
COLIN DRUHAN (he/him)
Executive Director
Pride at Work Canada
PAUL TAYLOR (he/him)
Anti-poverty activist & Co-Managing Director / Teacher
Evenings & Weekends Consulting / Simon Fraser University
TENNIEL BROWN (she/her)
B.A., M.S.W., R.SW, Speaker and Psychotherapist
YAMIKANI MSOSA (they/them)
Executive Director
Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women (OCTEVAW)
SUPPORTERS
Lead Supporter
THRIVE and other programs are offered with our Proud Partners’ support. Reach out to Hanna Haddad (he/him), Business Development Coordinator, at hanna.haddad@prideatwork.ca and discover our sponsorship packages and opportunities.
TESTIMONIALS
FAQ
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APPLICATION
The process by which those interested in participating will open on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The deadline for applications will be Monday, February 12, 2024. Those selected for the THRIVE cohort will pay a participation fee of $1,500 (plus applicable taxes) for employees of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners and $2,000 (plus applicable taxes) for employees of other organizations, due upon acceptance.
Questions about THRIVE 2024 can be directed to Jade Pichette (they/them), Director of Programs, at jade.pichette@prideatwork.ca.
Disclosure: the application form is available only in English because THRIVE will be offered exclusively in English.
2024 Applications are closed now.