Women into Leadership Virtual
Venue & Event Details
In partnership with the FDA
Tuesday 23rd - Wednesday 24th February 2021 | Online
Now in their eleventh year, the annual Women into Leadership conference have established themselves as the key events for all those interested in seeing leadership opportunities for women enhanced. Women into Leadership 2021 will examine how female leaders, at any grade, can enhance their skills to become the leader they aspire to be.
This year's conferences will draw on feedback from previous Women into Leadership events, as well as discussions that took place at this years’ planning meeting. The conferences will offer hands-on advice and coaching on how to further develop your career in times of change. You will hear from inspirational women of all grades and levels, within and outside the Civil Service. You’ll discuss together how you can manage the challenges of modern leadership and help ensure the Civil Service doesn’t lose momentum in recognising and rewarding female leaders.
This event is CPD-Certified and will contribue to your professional development.
Why attend?
- Examine the barriers currently facing female leaders (and future leaders) in the Civil Service and hear how to overcome them
- Hear from a diverse range of Senior Civil Servants, as well as inspirational leaders from outside of the Civil Service
- Gain a deeper understanding of the skills, qualities and attributes needed to be a successful leader
- Design your own breakout session schedule, based on your own needs and aspirations
- Learn how to be an effective leader
- Network with peers and counterparts from across Government who are also contemplating furthering their career in the Civil Service
Agenda Day 1 | 23rd February 2021
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09.15
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Chair's welcome and introduction
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09.25
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Permanent Secretary's opening address:
Leading the charge: creating a culture of inclusivity & inspiring positive change
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10.00
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Comfort break
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10.15
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Breakout session A
Working parents: banishing guilt to manage wellbeing and power success
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Breakout session B
Maximising your impact in online communications
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Breakout session C
The power of a network: building your support system and finding your tribe
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11.15
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Comfort break
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11.40
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Plenary address
Discovering your authentic self: purpose, passion and value-led leadership
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12.10
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Comfort break
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12.20
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Breakout session D
Protecting your mental health during uncertain times: key lessons to take forward from COVID-19
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Breakout session E
Thinking on the spot: responding with coherence under pressure
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Breakout session F
Culture Intelligence: empowering yourself and engaging innovatively
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13.20
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Lunch
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14.15
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Plenary address
Exploring the Confidence Conundrum: a lesson in knowing and demonstrating your worth
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15.00
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Comfort break
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15.15
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Closing address
Failing forward: the necessity of risk-taking for success
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16.00
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Chair's closing remarks
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Agenda Day 1 | 24th February 2021
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09.15
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Chair's welcome and introduction
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09.25
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Permanent Secretary's opening address:
Leading the charge: creating a culture of inclusivity & inspiring positive change
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10.00
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Comfort break
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10.15
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Breakout session G
Transforming your stress into resilience: bouncing back from adversity
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Breakout session H
Preparing for the SCS: are you ready for a promotion?
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Breakout session I
Succeeding remotely: progressing your career ambitions by embracing impactful remote working
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11.15
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Comfort break
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11.40
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Plenary address
Discovering your authentic self: purpose, passion and value-led leadership
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12.10
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Comfort break
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12.20
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Breakout session J
Menopuase in the workplace: seeking support and opening up the conversations
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Breakout session K
Managing challenging situations at work: transforming the destructive energy of conflict
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Breakout session L
Tackling imposter syndrome head-on: facing up to fears and owning your accomplishments
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13.20
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Lunch
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14.15
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Plenary address
Exploring the Confidence Conundrum: a lesson in knowing and demonstrating your worth
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15.00
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Comfort break
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15.15
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Closing address
Failing forward: the necessity of risk-taking for success
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16.00
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Chair's closing remarks
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