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This ten-week program, consisting of five Circle sessions and five optional Masterclasses, provides a platform for members to network with colleagues and leadership across the federal public service while developing interpersonal skills, learning about key leadership and cultural competencies, and finding career building opportunities.

This ten-week program, consisting of five Circle sessions and five optional Masterclasses, provides a platform for members to network with colleagues and leadership across the federal public service while developing interpersonal skills, learning about key leadership and cultural competencies, and finding career building opportunities.

== '''Cohort 3 Application Now Open''' ==

== '''Cohort 3''' ==

Are you interested in joining a growing network of enthusiastic learners, visionary leaders, and engaged listeners? Are you looking for an experience that will equip you with the skills to take meaningful action for diversity, equity, and inclusion? Take the next step and [https://forms.office.com/r/8A7Vqx7p0s apply] for the Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles (LLMC) Program today!

Are you interested in joining a growing network of enthusiastic learners, visionary leaders, and engaged listeners? Are you looking for an experience that will equip you with the skills to take meaningful action for diversity, equity, and inclusion?  

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'''<big>The Cohort 3 application period has now ended. Please be sure to check back in Spring 2024 to apply for the next cohort!</big>'''

'''Application deadline: July 31st, 2023'''

== '''Graduation Ceremony''' ==

'''Wednesday, April 17, 2024'''

== '''Welcome Everyone!''' ==

 

 

 

=='''Welcome Everyone!'''==

The Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles Program is open to all members of the Federal Public Service and we welcome you to apply to participate in the 3rd cohort of the LLMC program. This ten-week program, consisting of five required Circle sessions and five optional Masterclasses, is an opportunity to network and learn more about what you, as an individual, can do to move the federal public service towards a more inclusive and diverse environment.

The Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles Program is open to all members of the Federal Public Service and we welcome you to apply to participate in the 3rd cohort of the LLMC program. This ten-week program, consisting of five required Circle sessions and five optional Masterclasses, is an opportunity to network and learn more about what you, as an individual, can do to move the federal public service towards a more inclusive and diverse environment.

== '''Schedule''' ==

== '''Schedule''' ==

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!Week Of

!<big>Week Of</big>

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|September 11

|September 11

|Meet Your Circle Members

|[[:en:images/7/74/2023_LLMC_Meet_Your_Circle.pdf|Meet Your Circle Members]]

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|September 18

|September 18

|Program Launch Event with Keynote Speaker

|[[:en:Lifting_as_You_Lead_Mentoring_Circles_Program_2023#Launch|Program Launch Event]]

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|September 25

|September 25

|Circle #1: Career and Confidence Building

|[[:en:images/9/96/2023_LLMC_Circle_-1_Discussion_Guide_Sponsorship_and_Career_Building.pdf|Circle #1: Sponsorship and Career Building]]

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|October 2

|October 2

|Masterclass #1: Sponsorship Matters - Why Everyone Needs a Sponsor and Mentor

|[[Sponsorship and Career Building|Masterclass #1: Sponsorship and Career Building with Gérard Étienne]]

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|October 9

|October 9

|Circle #2: Inclusive Leadership

|[[:en:images/1/14/2023_LLMC_Circle_-2_Discussion_Guide_Inclusive_Leadership.pdf|Circle #2: Inclusive Leadership]]

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|October 16

|October 16

|Masterclass #2: Confident Leadership at all Levels

|[[Inclusive Leadership|Masterclass #2: Inclusive Leadership with Jan Campbell]]

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|October 23

|October 23

|Circle #3: Mastering the Art of Negotiation

|[[:en:images/c/c7/2023_LLMC_Circle_-3_Discussion_Guide_Mastering_the_Art_of_Negotiation.pdf|Circle #3: Mastering the Art of Negotiation]]

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|October 30

|October 30

|Masterclass #3: Negotiation - Tactics to Achieve Win-Win Outcomes

|[[Mastering the Art of Negotiation|Masterclass #3: Mastering the Art of Negotiation with Charles Achampong]]

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|November 6

|November 6

|Circle #4: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

|[[:en:images/b/b6/2023_LLMC_Circle_-4_Discussion_Guide_Diversity,_Equity_and_Inclusion.pdf|Circle #4: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion]]

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|November 13

|November 13

|Masterclass #4: Taking Action in DEI in the Workplace - A Non-Performative Approach

|[[Black in the Matrix - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion|Masterclass #4: Black in the Matrix - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Richard Sharpe]]

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|November 20

|November 20

|Circle #5: Mental Health and Psychological Safety

|[[:en:images/f/fa/2023_LLMC_Circle_-5_Discussion_Guide_Navigating_Your_Career_Through_Change.pdf|Circle #5: Navigating Your Career Through Change]]

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|November 27

|November 27

|Masterclass #5: The Power of Inclusive Leadership - Mental Health Wellness Through Storytelling

|[[Emotional Odyssey: Unraveling the Mystery of Change and Navigating the Emotional Journey|Masterclass #5: Emotional Odyssey: Unraveling the Mystery of Change and Navigating the Emotional Journey with Dale Allen]]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

=== <small>[[:en:images/9/96/2023_LLMC_Circle_-1_Discussion_Guide_Sponsorship_and_Career_Building.pdf|Circle #1: Sponsorship and Career Building]] | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-EroWGB01U Video - The value of sponsorship in the federal public service]</small> ===

 

=== <small>[[:en:images/1/14/2023_LLMC_Circle_-2_Discussion_Guide_Inclusive_Leadership.pdf|Circle #2: Inclusive Leadership]]</small> ===

 

=== <small>[[:en:images/c/c7/2023_LLMC_Circle_-3_Discussion_Guide_Mastering_the_Art_of_Negotiation.pdf|Circle #3: Mastering the Art of Negotiation]]</small> ===

 

 

=== <small>[[:en:images/f/fa/2023_LLMC_Circle_-5_Discussion_Guide_Navigating_Your_Career_Through_Change.pdf|Circle #5: Navigating Your Career Through Change]]</small> ===

 

 

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=='''Be the Change in the Federal Public Service'''==

== '''Be the Change in the Federal Public Service''' ==

We understand that your busy life is already filled with numerous commitments, but we encourage you to spare a few moments and allow us to present a case for you to participate in the 3rd cohort of the LLMC program.

We understand that your busy life is already filled with numerous commitments, but we encourage you to spare a few moments and allow us to present a case for you to participate in the 3rd cohort of the LLMC program.

== '''There's Power in People Coming Together''' ==

== '''There's Power in People Coming Together''' ==

The Circle format provides a small trustworthy group to help you reach your goals in a safe and brave space. A Circle is a supportive group that can help members learn from each other’s experiences and benefit from other ways of thinking. By applying to the program, you are making a commitment to learning. Through this commitment, you will expand your knowledge and tactical skills. [[File:Coach-mentor-sponsor.png|right|frameless|444x444px|alt=|border]]The LLMC program will provide a unique opportunity to connect with others who are looking to sponsor or be sponsored. Sponsorship is an important tool in the federal public service, especially for those identifying as part of a deserving equity group. Sponsorship is a proactive and intentional relationship where a person in a position of power or influence advocates for and actively supports individuals from deserving equity groups, thereby helping them advance their careers and overcome systemic barriers.

The Circle format provides a small trustworthy group to help you reach your goals in a safe and brave space. A Circle is a supportive group that can help members learn from each other’s experiences and benefit from other ways of thinking. By applying to the program, you are making a commitment to learning. Through this commitment, you will expand your knowledge and tactical skills.

 

The LLMC program will provide a unique opportunity to connect with others who are looking to sponsor or be sponsored. Sponsorship is an important tool in the federal public service, especially for those identifying as part of a deserving equity group. Sponsorship is a proactive and intentional relationship where a person in a position of power or influence advocates for and actively supports individuals from deserving equity groups, thereby helping them advance their careers and overcome systemic barriers.

The LLMC program was created and is organized by the [[Diversity and Inclusion Office]], Materiel Group, National Defence.  

The LLMC program was created and is organized by the [[Diversity and Inclusion Office]], Materiel Group, National Defence.[[File:Copy of Sponsorship v. Mentorship.png|alt=|center|674x674px|border]]

=='''Eligibility'''==

=='''Eligibility'''==

====Official Languages====

====Official Languages====

There is no official language requirement to participate in the program. The program’s learning components will be provided in both official languages.

There is no official language requirement to participate in the program. The program’s learning components will be provided in both official languages.

=='''Promotional Kit'''==

=='''Promotional Kit'''==

You are encouraged to promote this program and the resource guides within your organization. Within this page, you will find a promotional kit that you and your team can use to share information with your team and help start or continue the conversation about equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion.

You are encouraged to promote this program and the resource guides within your organization. Within this page, you will find a promotional kit that you and your team can use to share information with your team and help start or continue the conversation about equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion.

*Project Description

*Project Description

*[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/diversity-and-inclusion-office-bureau-de-la-diversit%C3%A9-et-l-inclusion-167968280_opportunity-network-leader-activity-7079132957294096385-AR_C?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop Invitation to Participate]

*[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/diversity-and-inclusion-office-bureau-de-la-diversit%C3%A9-et-l-inclusion-167968280_opportunity-network-leader-activity-7079132957294096385-AR_C?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop Invitation to Participate]

*Presentation | PDF

*[[:en:images/5/5f/2023_EN_-_LLMC_Information_Session_presentation.pdf|Information Session Presentation (PDF)]]

 

== '''Connect | Elevate | Inspire''' ==

 

 

 

==Past LLMC Cohorts==

=== <big>[[Lifting as You Lead Mentoring Circles Program 2021|2021]]</big> ===

<big>[[Lifting as You Lead Mentoring Circles Program 2021|2021]]</big>

<big>[[LLMC 2021 Testimonials|2021 Testimonials]]</big>

=== <big>[[LLMC 2021 Testimonials|2021 Testimonials]]</big> ===

<big>[[Lifting as You Lead Mentoring Circles Program 2022|2022]]</big>

=== <big>[[Lifting as You Lead Mentoring Circles Program 2022|2022]]</big> ===

=='''FAQ'''==

=== <big>[[Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles Program 2024|2024]]</big> ===

*[[:en:images/3/31/LLMC_FAQ_ENG.pdf|FAQ]]

=='''[[:en:images/9/94/2023_LLMC_FAQ_ENG.pdf|FAQ]]'''==

== '''We welcome your feedback''' ==

== '''We welcome your feedback''' ==

Do you have questions about LLMC? Reach out anytime to ask a question or just send us your suggestions to [[mailto:&#x20;diversityandinclusion-diversiteetinclusion@forces.gc.ca Team, Materiel Group, L1 Diversity and Inclusion Office]]

Do you have questions about LLMC? Reach out anytime to ask a question or just send us your suggestions to [[mailto:&#x20;diversityandinclusion-diversiteetinclusion@forces.gc.ca Team, Materiel Group, L1 Diversity and Inclusion Office]]