Do you want to be a leader in a sustainable world? - LEAD Europe 2009 Programme

[Bridget Kathleen Burns]

Dear Colleagues,

Following a successful debut in Brussels, LEAD Europe is inviting applications for our ‘Leadership for Sustainable Development’ Programme 2009.

I have attached a flyer, a 2009 Application Pack, and some information below that I hope you find interesting and I encourage you to share among your own organisation and networks, particularly any contacts you have in Europe and its neighbouring countries. If it is possible, it would also be great if you could post a notice on your organisation’s website. If you do post a link to LEAD’s website, we are of course happy to return the favour!

Thank you all!

Kindest Regards,

Bridget

Bridget K. Burns
Programme Assistant- LEAD International
MSc Gender, Development, and Globalisation, LSE 08’


Applications open: Leadership for Sustainable Development – LEAD Europe Programme 2009

This dynamic programme strengthens individuals' understanding of key sustainable development challenges, and motivates participants to realise their potential as agents of change through challenging training with diverse international peers and inspiring interactions with experienced leaders.

In 2009, associates will go on a learning journey from London - China to view sustainability issues on national, regional, and international levels. We will focus on climate change, international collaboration, the role of developing countries (such as China), low carbon solutions in our current economic climate, and core leadership skills. Graduates from the programme join a unique network of 2000 cross-sector professionals in 90 countries, all dedicated to motivating change for a sustainable future.

The programme begins in March 2009 with the first of three residential events over nine months. All events incorporate online learning and personal action-oriented project work.

• London: Leadership and Climate Change (5 days, 23rd- 27th March 2009)
• Brussels: The EU and Leadership Towards a Sustainable Future (5 days, 29th June- 3rd July 2009)
• China: Low Carbon Economy (6 days, November 2009)

Do you want to be a leader in a sustainable world? Visit http://www.lead.org/page/174 for more information, or contact us at: [e-mail], T + 44 (0) 207 938 8720.

Application deadline 5 January 2009.

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Attachments:
LEAD Europe 2009 flyer:
http://docs.lead.org/docs/lead_europe_2009_flyer.pdf
Brussels module 2008 highlights:
http://docs.lead.org/docs/news_lead_europe_2008_brussels_module.pdf
London module 2008 highlights :
http://docs.lead.org/docs/news_lead_europe_2008_london_module.pdf
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Full Details:

LEAD Europe "Leadership for Sustainable Development" Programme 2009

INVEST IN THE FUTURE
LEAD's "Leadership for Sustainable Development" Programme builds on 17 years of international training experience, furthering our mission to inspire leadership for a sustainable world. A core part of LEAD's mission involves building a network of international cross-sector professionals who can motivate action on sustainability.

To join the LEAD Fellows network, applicants must complete our acclaimed Fellows training programme in Leadership for Sustainable Development. Through the programme, participants gain first-hand experience of sustainability challenges and opportunities facing their own and other countries, and learn how to work effectively in teams to find and foster solutions. We equip these `rising stars' with the skills and knowledge to become increasingly cross-sectoral leaders in their own context and on the world stage. We also guide individuals to develop their personal vision and style of leadership, building on their strengths and learning from the experience of real-world leaders.

Course participants (known as LEAD Associates) remain in full employment during their training and graduate to become LEAD Fellows for life.

PROGRAMME
The LEAD Europe Leadership for Sustainable Development Programme 2009 begins in March and includes 16 face-to-face training days organised into three residential modules over nine months, supported by online events, preparation and project work.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?
We are looking for:
• Emerging leaders (early to mid-career) from all sectors (e.g. academia, business, government, media, non-profit organisations etc.)
• Passion and vision for sustainable development
• Demonstrable leadership ability or potential
• Capacity for lifelong learning
• Desire for continued engagement with the LEAD network
• Proficient English
• Computer literacy

BENEFITS FOR THE ORGANISATION
By supporting employees on this programme, your organisation will benefit from:
• Staff with enhanced cultural and cross-sectoral awareness, able to take on more responsibility and generate innovative solutions.
• Staff with enhanced leadership skills including negotiation, communication, systems thinking, stakeholder engagement, and team working.
• Staff with clearer vision for their leadership goals and awareness of their personal leadership style.
• Staff with strong personal connections to diverse professionals in Europe and internationally (including Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Russia and West Africa).
• Access to global expertise in a wide range of sustainable development disciplines through the LEAD Fellows network of 2000 professionals and leaders in over 90 countries.
• Increased intellectual capital on issues such as: climate change, energy, using and contributing to the EU intergovernmental system, sustainable urban development, megacities, and methods of engaging multiple stakeholders for collaborative working.
• Demonstrated commitment to staff personal development, life-long learning and education for sustainability.

BENEFITS FOR PARTICIPANTS
• Strengthened knowledge and understanding of key sustainable development challenges and opportunities at global and local levels.
• A deeper understanding of complex leadership challenges, and how you can make a difference.
• Enhanced leadership skills in areas LEAD has identified as critical for those working in the field of sustainable development.
• First-hand experience of putting the principles of sustainable development into practice through individual project work, case studies and field visits.
• Enhanced ability to work with the different skills and perceptions that cross-sector culturally diverse teams offer in order to generate innovative solutions.
• Developed strong relationships with peers working across Europe and joined a global network of 2000 sustainability leaders in 90 countries.
• A certificate acknowledging successful completion of the training programme

TIME COMMITMENT
• 15 working days, 1 weekend day, plus travel time
• Approximately 4 hours' online preparation (possibly during working hours), plus regular checking of online programme information
• Preparatory reading and research prior to each residential module
• Approximately 5 days developing self-driven project work

Bridget K. Burns
Programme Assistant
LEAD International

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Do you want to be a responsible leader towards a sustainable future?
LEAD Europe 'Leadership for Sustainable Development Programme'
APPLY NOW! Visit http://www.lead.org/page/174 to find out more. Discounts available on early applications.

[Lynn Reidl]

Thanks for this information. How does this compare to other certifications? My office has a sustainable development division and the entire office is in agreement that sustainable and green practices are essential.

I personally feel a new vision for better, more simple, and sustainable practices are needed for many a industry.....but being real estate focused ....I wanted to make a change.

I'll share this with my office. Also, check out the Rejuvestate.org group..... we might want to co-venture with you for an educational event at some point.