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Critical Friends <\/span>Program<\/h1>\n

an in-depth leadership program for (aspiring) executives<\/p>\n

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The Critical Friends Program (CFP) is an in-depth leadership program for professionals in leadership positions or (upcoming) professionals with leadership ambitions. In a series of 4 meetings<\/strong>, participants are introduced to principles of inclusive leadership<\/strong>, work with actual dilemmas and case histories from the practice of organizations<\/strong> and develop their own vision and approach to the leadership role they want to take<\/strong>. The curriculum of this program is based on the book by Juana Bordas entitled \u201cSalsa, Soul & Spirit: Leadership for a Multicultural Age.\u201d In this book, she formulates 9 principles of inclusive leadership inspired by African and Indigenous philosophies. Each session explores these principles in theory and practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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For individual professionals<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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For\u00a0employers and organizations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Why a Critical Friends Program?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the current social context, where movements such as #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo have further fueled the discussion on diversity and inclusion (D&I), inclusive leadership plays a crucial role. However, many professionals experience acting embarrassment when it comes to D&I issues. The CFP provides a safe and enriching environment where participants develop actionable perspectives, with concrete tools and strategies to create an impact in their organizations.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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