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Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017
2018 DiverseCity Fellows Information Session
@CivicActionGTHA #DiverseCityFellowswww.civicaction.ca
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Jodie RawnManaging Director, CivicAction Leadership Foundation
@JodieRawn
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VOICE, VOICE.the loudest shouldn’t be the only
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to a new understanding of LEADERSHIP.
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AGENDA
Welcoming Remarks
Jodie Rawn, Managing Director, CivicAction leadership
Foundation
Overview of DiverseCity Fellows
Seher Shafiq, Program Manager, DiverseCity Fellows,
CivicAction
Panel Discussion Moderated by Toota Hassanien, Program Manager - ELN,
CivicAction Leadership Foundation
Stefany Hanson, 2017 CivicAction DiverseCity Fellow
Arthur Kong, 2013-14 CivicAction DiverseCity Fellow
Robyn Connelly, 2013-14 CivicAction DiverseCity Fellow
Mrinalini Menon, 2015-16 CivicAction DiverseCity Fellow
Networking
Connect with DiverseCity Fellows Alumni, CivicAction staff, and
others who are interested in applying.
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Engage – ask questions & share your thoughts
Don’t be shy – there are no silly questions
Opportunity knocks – network, connect & mingle
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Seher ShafiqProgram Manager –DiverseCity Fellows, CivicAction Leadership Foundation
@seher_shafiq
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LEADERSHIP
SESSIONS
• Over 100 hours of in-person training on topics such as team dynamics,
self-awareness and emotional intelligence, empathy in communications,
conflict management
• Opportunity to meet prominent leaders who regularly join our sessions as
guest speakers and facilitators.
SELF-
ASSESSMENTS
• Fellows participate in various self-assessments as part of the program
(including a 360) to help plan and map specific paths for development.
TEAM PROJECTS
• Fellows form multi-sectoral and multi-functional teams to tackle on-the-
ground civic issues.
• CivicAction works with Fellows to connect them with other civic leaders
and influencers, and create change in our communities.
NETWORKING
• The Fellows program provides a unique platform to connect with fellow
participants, guest leaders/experts, and project stakeholders.
• Fellows are also invited to attend events hosted by CivicAction partners
such as the Canadian Club of Toronto and the Canadian Urban Institute.
MENTORING• Each Fellow is matched with a respected civic leader to engage in an open
and honest dialogue on civic leadership and contribute to each other’s
personal and professional development.
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How do I apply? Download the online recommendation form.
Invite two references (professional and
personal) who can speak towards your
leadership competencies to each complete
one.
Fill out an online application form and submit
the two recommendation forms as well as a
2-page CV.
Selection Process• Applications are reviewed by a Selection
Committee of representatives from different
sectors and communities in the GTHA.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend
an in-person interview, which includes a
group interview and individual interview.
Important Dates
Oct 20
Call for applications close
Week of Nov 13
Candidates will be notified of
their application status
Nov 21 - Dec 9
Interviews are held
Week of Dec 12
Offers are made to 25 Fellows
Arthur KongSenior Sector Policy
Advisor, Ontario Ministry of Economic Development
and Growth
2013 - 2014 CivicAction
DiverseCity Fellow
Robyn ConnellyDirector, Community
Relations, Greater Toronto Airports Authority
2013 - 2014 CivicAction
DiverseCity Fellow
Stefany HansonManager, Youth Challenge Fund and Youth Initiatives, United Way Toronto and
York Region
2017 CivicAction
DiverseCity Fellow
Mrinalini MenonSenior Manager, Strategy & Business Architecture,
RBC
2015-2016 CivicAction
DiverseCity Fellow
Q&A
Applications for CivicAction’s DiverseCity Fellows
Program are open
Visit leadership.civicaction.ca for more information or
e-mail [email protected] with any questions.
Change the face of leadership and apply today!
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