Leadership in the arts and culture sector is complex, dynamic, and deeply connected to community. This program invites emerging and experienced leaders to explore leadership through the lens of Indigenous wise practices, right relations, deep listening, self-inquiry, and leadership as a means, not a destination.

Over six days, participants will reflect on their leadership values and experiences while learning alongside a peer cohort of cultural leaders. Participants will be given an opportunity to bring cultural challenges into the room and work through them using wise practice principles.

Together, we will delve into areas such as governance, strategic thinking, organizational development, cultural policy and protocols, and community engagement — not as isolated skills, but as interconnected elements of resilient, values-based leadership.

Program highlights

Wise Practices Leadership Competencies
Leadership as Practice
Designing for Action: Social Network Mapping
Strategic Thinking in a Changing Sector
Self-inquiry, Reflection, Land-based Deep Listening
Collaborative Decision Making
Insights from the Inside: Converse with CEOs