CEO Summit Uganda Reaffirms its Commitment to Empowering Women in Leadership with the Lean Forward Modular Program

CEO Summit Uganda, a think-tank aimed at developing well-rounded selfless leaders has today, launched the Lean Forward Modular Program, an initiative purposed to transform the leadership landscape by empowering women to rise to the top of their industries and sectors.

The Lean Forward Modular Program is a comprehensive program designed to address challenges women face head-on, providing them with the tools, perspectives, and support needed to thrive as leaders. The program will kick off on 23^rd August 2024 with a series of workshops, mentorship sessions, and interactive modules designed to provide practical insights and strategies for leadership excellence. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced leaders and peers, fostering a collaborative environment for growth.

While launching the new program at the think-tank’s offices in Kampala, today, Stephen Mukasa, the Country Lead, CEO Summit Uganda, expressed his dedication to providing a platform for Women leaders to excel especially in areas traditionally seen as male domains.

He said, “It is with immense pride that I welcome you today to the launch of the Lean Forward Modular Program, a comprehensive and diverse leadership program aimed to equip female leaders with the tools and confidence to tap into their potential and succeed as leaders within their organizations.”

“Leadership begins with self-awareness and this program is more than just a course, it is a movement about changing the narrative, breaking down barriers, and building a future where women are leaders who drive change, inspire innovation, and create lasting impact,” he added. The inaugural cohort is expected to enroll 30 women leaders.

The program which is a six-month journey, consisting of six tailored modules will focus on three key areas; Nurturing a diverse and inclusive leadership landscape; Examining identities as leaders; Recognizing Leadership Potential and creating Personal Development Plans. This structure will allow participants to deeply engage with each topic, apply their learnings in real time, and reflect on their progress.

According to the Academy of Women’s Leadership, as of 2023, women account for 41.9% of the workforce worldwide, while only 32.2% are in senior leadership positions. This is an indication of the initiative and effort needed to close the leadership gender gap.

“By offering mentorship, training, and opportunities for professional growth, the Lean Forward Modular Program is designed with a clear and focused mission to empower women with the tools, perspectives, and confidence needed to excel. This is also done through participants recognizing their unique strengths and exploring their identities as leaders.” Mukasa remarked.

CEO Summit Uganda also offers programs in two categories of bespoke and open programs. The bespoke programs are exclusive to a particular organization and tailored to their needs such as the Pathfinder Catalyst Academy (PCA) and the Leadership Enhancement Acceleration Program (LEAP). Other programs include; the Annual CEO Forum, the CEO Apprenticeship Program, the Only One Earth Executive Program, and the Prudential Sustainability Forum.

The CEO Summit is where growth-oriented Corporates challenge, catalyze and champion transformation. This is a platform for unparalleled gathering of the most influential regional Captains of Industry, CEOs, Entrepreneurs/ Business Owners, Development Partners and Investors since 2008.