Programme of Events
The programme of events that form part of the Leadership Institute for Communities offering is a combination of lectures, workshops and events. 
Some events have been specifically developed for the Institute including the 'A conversation with...' series and others such as our thought provoking and challenging public lectures series' Faith and the City and Bradford Debates...are examples of successful programmes that complement the Institutes work.
Some of the lectures planned for the next twelve months will be stand alone free public lectures whilst others will hold a charge for non Institute members.
All events will take place on the University's main campus, unless otherwise specified. The programme of forthcoming confirmed events, available to members is outlined below.
Forthcoming events for 2012
| Event and Speaker | Date and Time | Event Information |
|---|---|---|
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Leadership in the 21st Century: Tools for Success A Conversation with...Jane Vincent Noorzaman Rashid |
Wednesday 16 May 2012 - 5.00pm -7.00pm Free to members £20 to non members
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Modern leadership is challenging and ever changing. The speakers will reflect upon this and how they use coaching and mentoring as a tool to enhance their leadership.
Full event brief 21st Century leadership event brief (doc, 117KB) |
| Faith and the City - The Rt Revd Lord Harries |
Thursday 24 May 2012 - 5.30-7.00pm This is a free public lecture, but places must be booked in advance |
The Rt Revd Lord Harries, former Bishop of Oxford and Dean of Kings College London will speak as part of the Faith and the City Programme on 'Religion in the Public Sphere'. |
| An Evening with Tony Benn |
Wednesday 20 June 2012 -7.30pm start Free to members, £12.50 to non members |
The veteran Labour politician Tony Benn will be talking about his life in politics and what he thinks about the changes in the Labour party. Expect an evening of frank responses and entertaining political anecdotes. This is a welcome sequel to his original legendary theatre tour. |
| Leadership in a Political Context |
July 2012 - TBC Free to members £20 to non members |
This leadership learning set will complement 'An evening with Tony Benn' by drawing on learning from his event and and by featuring a local political leader will add local context. Local speaker to be confirmed. |
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Hajj, Jouney to the Heart of Islam Qaisra Khan |
Wednesday 5 September 2012 - 6 -7.30pm Free to member £3 to non members |
Qaisra Khan will host this lecture as a reflection on her major exhibition which charts the history of this deeply personal journey. Examining the extraordinary travel logistics involved and how the wider operation of the event has changed over time, the exhibition compares how pilgrims over the centuries negotiated this often monumental undertaking and how it continues to be experienced by people from all corners of the globe today. |
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Fearless Fundraising, a new age of Philanthropy |
Wednesday 12 September 2012 (time tbc) Free to members £45 to non members |
This participatory seminar will hear Mary Alex, innovative philantrhopist share her expertise. She will cover 'Be Inspired, Be Motivated and Begin Now - How to approach big donors' along with 'Fearless Fundraising, find your voice and exercising your power'. In these changing and challenging times this seminar will give attendees a real insight into philanthropy as a way forward. |
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Leadership in a Socially Responsible Organisation Herman Snelder, Director, MDF |
Tuesday 16 October 2012 - 5.30-7.30pm Free to members £45 to non members |
Herman Snelder will draw upon his experience of how to lead an Institution based on the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility or "Rhineland". This leadership learning set will highlight the impact an organisations values can have on leadership styles. |
The programme of events is continually developing, new events will be added when confirmed so don't forget to check back for other exciting events.
The Institute is continually researching and inviting speakers to Bradford and would welcome any suggestions from members. Please email community@bradford.ac.uk with ideas.
