FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you want to find out more about the Women Leading Change Program? Do you want to know how to apply? Or do you want to know how much the program costs? The answers to these questions and more can be found below.
When is the next program?
The 2023 Women Leading Change program will start in August 2023. The in-person training is five days, from August 21st to 25th, from 08.30u - 16.30u each day. The virtual coaching sessions, one a month for four months, will start in September 2023 after you completed the in-person training.
The 2023 Women Leading Change program will start in August 2023. The in-person training is five days, from August 21st to 25th, from 08.30u - 16.30u each day. The virtual coaching sessions, one a month for four months, will start in September 2023 after you completed the in-person training.
Where is the program?
The in-person program (all five days of content) will be held at the University of Dar es Salaam Business School. The virtual coaching will be conducted either by phone or video call.
The in-person program (all five days of content) will be held at the University of Dar es Salaam Business School. The virtual coaching will be conducted either by phone or video call.
How do I benefit from the program?
This question is best answered by Women Leading Change alumni. Watch the video for their stories.
This question is best answered by Women Leading Change alumni. Watch the video for their stories.
What if I have to miss a day?
If you are unable to attend all five days of class and all four coaching sessions, you will not be eligible for the graduation certificate. As the content builds on itself, we request you kindly only apply if you are able to attend every session AND the four months of coaching.
If you are unable to attend all five days of class and all four coaching sessions, you will not be eligible for the graduation certificate. As the content builds on itself, we request you kindly only apply if you are able to attend every session AND the four months of coaching.
What technology do I need?
For the in-person session, you only need to show up! For the coaching sessions, you and your assigned coach will decided if you want to do video or phone sessions. If you do video sessions, we recommend you use a laptop or desktop computer. In addition to a computer, you will also need access to fast and reliable wifi. For the phone sessions, any phone should be sufficient.
For the in-person session, you only need to show up! For the coaching sessions, you and your assigned coach will decided if you want to do video or phone sessions. If you do video sessions, we recommend you use a laptop or desktop computer. In addition to a computer, you will also need access to fast and reliable wifi. For the phone sessions, any phone should be sufficient.
What is the cost?
The total cost of this program is USD 3,000 per participant. We have secured donations to cover the majority of this cost. However, each participant is responsible for 580,500 TZS or USD 250, covering five-day tuition fees, course material, and four months of one-on-one coaching. The price may be paid by yourself or by your employer.
The total cost of this program is USD 3,000 per participant. We have secured donations to cover the majority of this cost. However, each participant is responsible for 580,500 TZS or USD 250, covering five-day tuition fees, course material, and four months of one-on-one coaching. The price may be paid by yourself or by your employer.
Can I pay these fees in installments?
Yes. You can pay your fees in installments, however, the full amount will be due August 19th, 2022.
Yes. You can pay your fees in installments, however, the full amount will be due August 19th, 2022.
Are travel and accommodation covered in the program fee?
No. Travel and accommodation for the in-person training are your responsibility. We have accommodation recommendations that come with a special rate for Women Leading Change participants.
No. Travel and accommodation for the in-person training are your responsibility. We have accommodation recommendations that come with a special rate for Women Leading Change participants.
Are there any scholarships available?
Yes. Scholarships are available to cover the participant fee and/or to cover travel, room, and/or board expenses. Applications are assessed on an individual level.
Yes. Scholarships are available to cover the participant fee and/or to cover travel, room, and/or board expenses. Applications are assessed on an individual level.
How do I apply for a scholarship?
As part of the program's registration process, you can submit a letter with your motivation (max. 250 words), the total scholarship amount you apply for, and a breakdown of these anticipated costs.
As part of the program's registration process, you can submit a letter with your motivation (max. 250 words), the total scholarship amount you apply for, and a breakdown of these anticipated costs.
Do I need to be fluent in English?
Yes please. The instruction and materials will be in English.
Yes please. The instruction and materials will be in English.
Is this course only for women?
Yes. We acknowledge the unique barriers women in East Africa face when leading change and this curriculum was specifically designed to address these.
Yes. We acknowledge the unique barriers women in East Africa face when leading change and this curriculum was specifically designed to address these.
Is this course only for Tanzanians?
No. This course is intended for women from and living in East African countries.
No. This course is intended for women from and living in East African countries.
When are applications due?
30 June 2023.
30 June 2023.
When will I be notified?
7 July 2023.
7 July 2023.
Will I receive a selection letter?
Yes. If you are selected to attend the program, you will receive a letter detailing the expectations, cost, and logistical details. You can use this letter to communicate with your employer and gain approval for participation.
Yes. If you are selected to attend the program, you will receive a letter detailing the expectations, cost, and logistical details. You can use this letter to communicate with your employer and gain approval for participation.
What will I gain from attending this program?
Women Leading Change unlocks your individual leadership skills and increases your confidence to lead positive change. The unique approach delivers five days of classroom learning combined with customized one-on-one coaching and ongoing peer networks to support you as you apply lessons in real-world environments. Through a series of individual reflections, interactive exercises, and group discussions, participants will work on:
Women Leading Change unlocks your individual leadership skills and increases your confidence to lead positive change. The unique approach delivers five days of classroom learning combined with customized one-on-one coaching and ongoing peer networks to support you as you apply lessons in real-world environments. Through a series of individual reflections, interactive exercises, and group discussions, participants will work on:
- Self-awareness: Develop a clear understanding of how their professional path connects to their values, strengths, purpose, and vision.
- Leading self: Learn science-backed best practices for managing energy, creating better habits, and managing emotions.
- Leading others: Grow skills in initiating courageous conversations and building supportive relationships. Tanzanian change makers will share their real-world stories of struggle and success while leading change in their organizations and communities.
Who is the target audience for this class?
Program participants are East African women leaders from entrepreneurial, business, banking, government, non-profit and other sectors who aspire to positions of increasing responsibility and influence.
Program participants are East African women leaders from entrepreneurial, business, banking, government, non-profit and other sectors who aspire to positions of increasing responsibility and influence.
Who delivers the program?
Experienced educators from Amani Institute (Kenya) and the University of Dar es Salaam Business School (Tanzania) deliver the five days of classroom learning. Inspiring guest speakers will share their leadership stories during the program.
After the classroom training, we connect you to an East African Women Leading Change coach to support you on your journey of leadership transformation through individual and customized sessions. You will meet your assigned coach in person during the five days of classroom instruction.
Experienced educators from Amani Institute (Kenya) and the University of Dar es Salaam Business School (Tanzania) deliver the five days of classroom learning. Inspiring guest speakers will share their leadership stories during the program.
After the classroom training, we connect you to an East African Women Leading Change coach to support you on your journey of leadership transformation through individual and customized sessions. You will meet your assigned coach in person during the five days of classroom instruction.
Will I earn a certificate when I graduate?
Yes. If you successfully complete all of the in-person program as well as the four one on one sessions with a leadership coach, you will receive a Women Leading Change E-certificate from the University of Dar es Salaam Business School.
Yes. If you successfully complete all of the in-person program as well as the four one on one sessions with a leadership coach, you will receive a Women Leading Change E-certificate from the University of Dar es Salaam Business School.
Who can I contact if I have more questions?
If you still have questions, please contact Ms. Neema Harold, Women Leading Change Director, at +255 714 256 703 or at wlc.udbs@gmail.com.
If you still have questions, please contact Ms. Neema Harold, Women Leading Change Director, at +255 714 256 703 or at wlc.udbs@gmail.com.
Are you ready to apply?
Follow this link and complete the online form:
Follow this link and complete the online form: