Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles Program 2024
What is Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles Program (LLMC)?
LLMC is a one-of-a-kind program created to make a difference in the Federal Public Service. It is the largest group mentoring program for Government of Canada Public Service Members and Canadian Armed Forces members. It helps participants pursue both personal and professional growth.
Starting in September 2024 LLMC is a 10-week inclusive leadership development program that focuses on immersive learning in a group mentoring setting. The weekly time commitment is 1.5 - 2.5 hours.
LLMC was created in 2021 based on consultations with the people at Materiel Group at National Defence. The consultations at the time were taking place as part of LLMC Founder Samantha Moonsammy’s new role as the Diversity and Inclusion Section Head as she worked on creating the Diversity and Inclusion Action plan for the organization. The conversations she participated in highlighted many things. People wanted to build connections with their colleagues, they wanted to contribute more, and they wanted the chance for promotions. The challenge was they didn’t know where to start. The answer was found right in the Clerk’s Call to Action.
Founders' Message
“Thank you” doesn’t feel like enough to describe how happy we are, for you to have made the commitment to join the Lifting as you Lead Mentoring Circles program , organized by the Diversity and Inclusion Office, Materiel Group, National Defence, and open to all Federal Public Service members and members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
What began as a simple idea from our consultations has grown into a thriving network, addressing the desire for meaningful networking and professional growth.
There’s Power in People Coming Together
You're now part of a diverse network of inclusive-minded leaders, assigned to a circle—a small, trusted group for goal achievement in a safe space. This circle will facilitate learning from others' experiences and diverse perspectives, expanding your knowledge and tactical skills.
LLMC offers a unique opportunity for sponsorship, especially for deserving equity groups. Sponsorship is an intentional relationship where influential individuals advocate for career advancement and barrier removal.
By actively engaging with your circle, sharing experiences, and fostering connections, you'll unlock personal and professional growth opportunities. This knowledge empowers you to advance in your career.
The Time to Act is Now!
Thank you for answering the Call to Action, committing to creating a psychologically safer workplace for all, especially those from deserving equity groups.
We hope you will feel a real and fundamental shift throughout the program. And together we will celebrate all the hard work you put into this experience. Thank you for showing up for yourself, your family, your organization and the community you’re called to serve.
Going forward, take advantage of all the networking that will take place, meet new LLMC members in GCmessage and on LinkedIn, and lean into the Masterclasses. Choose to stay consistent with that next level version of you. We are rooting for you.
LLMC Testimonial Video
Cohort 5 - Application
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?
Application form coming soon!
Connect | Elevate | Inspire
LLMC is a people-powered movement and answers the Clerk’s Call to Action. Through this lens, the LLMC program provides members with an innovative space and opportunity to actively participate in making our workplaces inclusive and building their leadership skills.
Program Overview
Please visit the LLMC Cohort 4 Program Overview page for all relevant content to Cohort 4!
Schedule
Explore the LLMC schedule and discover if the program resonates with you. Circle sessions are 75 minutes.
| 2024 Schedule | |
|---|---|
| July 11
August 22 |
LLMC Learning Lounges | Presentation | Transcript |
| September 5 | LLMC Learning Lounge - Circle Leader Training |
| September 10 - 11 | Pre-Circle Meets |
| September 17
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
LLMC Launch Event |
| September 23
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
Masterclass #1 - The Power of Sponsorship: Navigating for Career Advancement with Gérard Étienne |
| September 26
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| October 1 - 2 | Circle #1 - Sponsorship and Career Building |
| October 4
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| October 7
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
Masterclass #2 - Inclusive Leadership: Building Cultures of Belonging with Ritu Bhasin |
| October 10
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| October 15 - 16 | Circle #2 - Inclusive Leadership |
| October 18
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| October 21
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
Masterclass #3 - Say Less, Get More: Mastering Effective Negotiation with Fotini Iconomopoulos |
| October 24
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| October 29 - 30 | Circle #3 - Mastering the Art of Negotiation |
| November 1
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| November 4
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
Masterclass #4 - Anti-Racism in Action: Transforming Workplace Culture with Richard Sharpe |
| November 7
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| November 12 - 13 | Circle #4 - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility: A Non-Performative Approach |
| November 15
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| November 18
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm ET |
Masterclass #5 - Self-Compassion and Neuroplasticity with Alejandro Gonzalez and Ginette Bailey |
| November 21
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
| November 26 - 27 | Circle #5 - Self-Compassion and Neuroplasticity |
| November 29
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET |
LLMC Lounge |
Launch
Recording
Find my Circle
The link below is to a full directory of LLMC participants, grouped by Circle. This document is password protected and is searchable by typing Control+F on your keyboard. You have received an email with the password and instructions on accessing the LLMC program network. Please do not share the password.
Masterclasses
| Topic | Masterclass Teacher | |
|---|---|---|
| September 23, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Time |
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Gérard Étienne |
| October 7, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Time |
Inclusive Leadership: Building Cultures of Belonging |
Ritu Bhasin |
| October 21, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Time |
Say Less, Get More: Mastering Effective Negotiation |
Fotini Iconomopoulos |
| November 4, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Time |
Anti-Racism in Action: Transforming Workplace Culture |
Richard Sharpe |
| November 18, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern Time |
Self-Compassion and Neuroplasticity |
Alejandro Gonzalez and Ginette Bailey |
Circle Discussion Guides
Meet Your Circle Members
Circle #1 - Sponsorship and Career Building
Circle #2 - Inclusive Leadership
Circle #3 - Mastering the Art of Negotiation
Circle #4 - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility: A Non-Performative Approach
Circle #5 - Self-Compassion and Neuroplasticity
Learning Library
Add to your toolkit by exploring the LLMC Learning Library
In the News
LLMC Information Session
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.
Brochure
Pitch presentation
Pitch Presentation - PowerPoint
Pitch Presentation Speaking Notes
PDF of Pitch Presentation
Notes for chat
Social Media
| LinkedIn Post | Facebook and Instagram Post | Facebook and Instagram Story | Sample Caption Text |
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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 4th cohort of the LLMC program.
The Time to Act is Now!
By actively engaging with your Circle members, sharing your story, knowledge, and questions, and fostering connections within the broader LLMC network, you will unlock opportunities for personal and professional growth. The knowledge you acquire through these interactions will empower you to advance in your career.
LLMC is a call to action for you to become a change-maker through sharing what you learned with those in your organisation and by integrating it into your daily actions. By applying for this program, you are committing to use what you learn to create a psychologically safer workplace for everyone, especially those from deserving equity groups.
Applying to this program means you are committing to actively participate in all five circle sessions. Masterclasses are optional but we encourage you to attend as they will provide you with tangible hands-on learning related to each week's topic.
The LLMC Program was created with inspiration from the Lean In Circle program created by Sheryl Sandberg. Our program was created to make a difference in the Federal Public Service and relies on the Circle format to help members pursue both personal and professional growth.
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.
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.
Eligibility
We are looking for any federal public servants who have support from their supervisor to participate in the program.
Everyone means everyone. Take the 3-3-3 challenge and recruit from the EX-community, management and members from coast to coast. Let’s surround ourselves with people who will lift you higher. We look forward to welcoming you to the program. Let’s work together to foster a greater sense of community and belonging within the public service.
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.
Circle Leader Training
Presentation
Testimonials
Other LLMC Cohorts
2021
2021 Testimonials
2022
2023
FAQ
We welcome your feedback
Do you have questions about LLMC? Reach out anytime to ask a question or just send us your suggestions to [Team, Materiel Group, L1 Diversity and Inclusion Office]
