Empower leaders

Developing Inclusive Leadership Skills

Leaders and people managers are a keystone in any organisation, yet are often underinvested in. Our programmes are designed to develop effective leaders and equip them to have the necessary skills to lead and manage diverse teams.

Project 23 was an integral part of our first global leadership development program. Elaine and Gary delivered a brilliant module on inclusive leadership, making a complex topic accessible to leaders across 10 markets. Their collaborative approach ensured a cohesive curriculum, and their DEI expertise shone throughout. Beyond their delivery, they were a delight to work with. I highly recommend them!

Alex Mowle, Partner, Global Head of People

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A few of our Leadership programmes include

A bespoke programme designed for leaders, equipping them to achieve organisational goals - such as revenue growth, innovation, and performance - through an inclusive and equitable lens. Leaders will deepen their self-awareness, enhance their leadership approach, and align inclusion with strategic priorities, embedding it into planning, decision-making, and culture to drive sustainable success.
Grounded in practical application, this programme helps leaders turn ambition into measurable outcomes, fostering personal growth while creating an environment where diverse talent thrives and organisational objectives are achieved with authenticity and purpose.
What?
- A programme of mixed learning methods
- Series of group workshops
Why?
- Alignment of inclusion goals with organisational strategies for measurable success.
- Strengthened leadership skills to inspire diverse teams.
- Improved self-awareness and authenticity in leadership approaches.
- Ability to foster an inclusive culture that drives innovation and performance.
How?
- Experiential adult learning space
- Challenging and empathetic
- Peer to peer discussions and accountability
- Discovery and immersion to create a bespoke programme
As workplaces become increasingly diverse, it’s essential for managers to effectively support, develop, and lead a wide range of talent. Through reflective and honest discussions paired with practical tools, these workshops equip managers to navigate the complexities of identity in the workplace.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how individual experiences and values shape team dynamics—and learn how to lead with confidence, empathy, and impact.
What?
- A group workshop setting
Why?
- Instilling accountability
- Improved ability to support and develop diverse team members.
- Practical tools to navigate identity complexities in team dynamics.
- Enhanced confidence to lead with empathy and accountability.
- Improved team cohesion and performance through inclusive practices.
How?
- Safe learning space co-created
- Exploring DEI fundamentals within your management context
- Peer to peer discussions
This programme is designed to equip leaders from marginalised backgrounds with the tools, confidence, and strategies to break through systemic barriers and advance to senior roles. Tailored to support individuals from underrepresented groups—including people of colour, women, and others facing structural inequities—Elevate combines practical leadership training with personalised coaching and mentorship.
Participants will build critical skills in areas such as strategic thinking, influencing, and self-advocacy, while developing the confidence to lead authentically and effectively at the highest levels. For organisations, this programme is a powerful way to drive diversity across leadership pipelines and create lasting, equitable change.
What?
- Group coaching programme
Why?
- Strengthened leadership skills tailored to systemic challenges.
- Increased confidence to lead authentically in senior roles.
- Practical strategies for self-advocacy and influencing at higher levels.
- Broadened organisational diversity across leadership pipelines.
- Build empowered communities
How?
- Normalisation of shared experiences
- Positivity and focus on strengths
- Awareness of barriers
- Peer and coach support
At Project 23, coaching is at the heart of everything we do. Whether we’re supporting culture change, leadership development, or DE&I strategy, our coaching approach is threaded throughout our work—helping individuals and teams to reflect, grow, and take meaningful action.
We also offer dedicated coaching services tailored to meet specific needs:
- One-to-One Coaching: Personalised coaching for individuals at every level, from early-career professionals to executives, empowering them to navigate challenges, build confidence, and reach their full potential.
- Group Coaching: Facilitating collective growth and shared learning experiences, enabling teams and departments to collaborate and thrive together.
- Team Coaching: Strengthening team dynamics, enhancing communication, and aligning groups around shared goals for greater success.
- Pause - Coaching for DEI Professionals: Specialised coaching for those driving diversity, equity, and inclusion work, providing the tools and support needed to navigate this complex, high-impact space with resilience and clarity.
Through our sister company, Coaches of Colour, we also offer coaching specifically for people of colour, delivered by coaches who bring lived experience and understanding to their practice.
Whether integrated into our broader services or offered as stand-alone programmes, coaching with Project 23 empowers individuals and teams to grow, succeed, and create lasting change.