Greater Manchester Civic Leadership Programme 2025

Expressions of interest are now open for We Lead for Legacy 2025, the Greater Manchester Civic Leadership Programme. This pioneering initiative is designed to empower leaders from racially marginalised backgrounds across Greater Manchester, equipping them with the skills, networks and confidence to thrive in civic and public leadership roles. 

What is the Programme? 
We Lead for Legacy is a high-level civic leadership programme for both current and future leaders from racially marginalised communities across Greater Manchester. Funded by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and delivered by She Leads for Legacy, Flourish Together, and wider partners, the programme runs from May to November 2025, featuring: 

  • 5 in-person programme days 
  • 3 online sessions 
  • A Graduation day 
  • Access to wider leadership opportunities and an evolving Alumni Network 

How to express an interest? 
Expressions of interest for the programme are now open. Click here  to complete the form, by 12pm on 31st March 2025. 

Want to know if it's right for you? 
Two information webinars are being hosted where you can learn more about the programme, hear from past participants, and ask questions: 
11th March, 12.30pm - 1.30pm Register here
17th March, 5pm - 6pm Register here