Leadership for Housing is one of a
series of initiatives led by the Federation to improve the
diversity of housing associations' leadership. The initiatives
encompass all diversity issues, and are supported by a range of
organisations.
In the 21st century, housing associations' leadership should
mirror its customer base, attract the best staff and reflect a wide
range of skills to deliver the Federation's campaign 'iN business
for neighbourhoods'.
To recruit a skilled and diverse pool
of leaders for the 21st century, we need to invest in a range of
programmes to help new leaders (particularly those who have had
fewer opportunities for training), and new styles of recruitment
and assessment to ensure that a range of leadership styles are
valued.
The Leadership for Housing
programme is now in its fourth year –
applications open
The programme, run by Lancaster
University for directors and senior managers in the housing sector,
has been running since March 2009.
Previous participants have noted on
its usefulness in their feedback:
"The 'Leadership for Housing'
programme offered a variety of learning environments. The programme
of modules gave us access to a number of experts in related fields,
and encouraged us to apply different theories at work. The coaching
gave us space to talk through issues directly affecting us at work
on a one to one basis, and talk through strategies for managing
these differently in the future. The action learning sets provided
us with a support mechanism, and an arena for sounding out new
ideas and gaining new perspectives. Combined, these helped me to
make lasting changes at work, that affect my own personal
development, my team, my organisation, and hopefully, the
sector.'
Claire Howe, Head of Marketing, Circle Anglia
'The Leadership for Housing' course
was an excellent experience. Through traditional and experiential
methods, I learnt to recognise and develop my strengths and improve
areas of weakness. I have carried much of my learning into the
workplace and I feel confident and able to approach the greater
challenges ahead.'
Simon Cavanagh, Regeneration Project Manager, Sanctuary
Housing
Direct link to this page
http://www.housing.org.uk/services/member_services/leadership_for_housing.aspx
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