Embark on a programme of transformation unlike any other with “Standing in My Power” THRIVE: A Journey of Black Excellence—our newly launched Black Leadership intiative at Canterbury Christ Church University.
In collaboration with CCCU’s Closing our Gap initiative and Elevated Minds, we've designed this programme to provide the space for Black and Black Mixed Heritage students to connect with peers, build community, enhance academic skills and reach your full potential.
This year the programme is only open to Black and Black Mixed Heritage undergraduate students studying within the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Social Sciences. However, don’t worry as from next year it will be open to Black and Black Mixed Heritage students across all faculties.
What to expect:
Over the next five weeks, Canterbury Christ Church University and Elevated Minds will collaborate to present a series of transformative sessions to help you embrace your superpower:
- Session 1: Black Joy (Unapologetically Black) – 28 March, 1pm
- Session 2: A Mindset for Success – 17 April, 3-5pm
- Session 3: The Art of Leadership: A Catalyst for Growth - 25 April, 3-5pm
- Session 4: Becoming, Being, and Belonging – 1 May, 1pm - 4.30pm
- Session 5: Don’t just Climb the Ladder, Be the Ladder: Climbing the ladder without losing yourself plus celebration event - May 7th, 1pm - 4pm
These engaging, interactive and experiential sessions are all about you, so get ready to learn about yourself in a deeper way so that you can stand in your power unapologetically.
Your facilitators:
Guiding you through this empowering journey are:
- Akeila Browne from Elevated Minds, an award-winning Community Interest Company dedicated to empowering youth and families to discover their purpose and raise their aspirations.
- Mary Makinde, Strategic Lead for Closing our Gap at Canterbury Christ Church University, Principal Lecturer, and Director of Undergraduate Studies for the School of Law, Policing, and Social Sciences.
How to get involved
Ready to embrace your potential and embark on a journey of growth and empowerment? Sign up today here.
Don’t miss this opportunity to thrive and unleash your full potential with THRIVE: A Journey of Black Excellence!
Other opportunities
The University as a range of additional networking opportunities, representation groups and support services dedicated to supporting our Black, Asian, Mixed Heritage and Minority Ethnic students: