In recent years, public discourse has been shaped by intense scrutiny of leadership behaviours – many leaders have been called out, sometimes publicly shamed, for behaviours or language perceived as exclusive or out of step with evolving social norms. In addition, today’s leaders face mounting pressure to take positions on complex social issues while maintaining credibility and cohesion within diverse teams.

This workshop is a practical guide for leaders who want to build trust, hold steady through discomfort, and lead with fairness and clarity - every day.

Rather than fueling fear about what not to say or do, this session offers a constructive path forward. Participants explore how to navigate cultural tension, give meaningful feedback, and use values as a compass, without losing influence or authenticity.

By equipping leaders with tools to respond wisely and confidently, this workshop becomes a timely and essential addition to any organisation committed to cohesion, fairness, and the dignity of all its people.

Learning objectives

Participants will leave able to:

• Understand the social shifts and drivers of polarisation that affect trust and cohesion in teams.
• Reflect on their own identity, values, and leadership impact.
• Use mana-enhancing practices to guide leadership that upholds dignity and cohesion.
• Respond clearly and respectfully when someone crosses a line.
• Apply simple, inclusive communication tools to build and maintain trust.

Choose from two formats

• Three-hour face-to-face training (for up to 25 participants)
• Three-hour online session (for up to 30 participants)

Audience

This workshop is designed for people leaders and middle managers who want to foster strong, values-based teams—particularly those navigating cultural complexity or leading in high-trust, high-stakes environments.

It also supports senior leaders, HR practitioners, and culture champions seeking practical tools to uphold inclusive values and reinforce team cohesion.

The session is relevant across sectors and is especially valuable in regulated or public-facing industries.

Process

To proceed, you will be required to sign a proposal (e-signature available). Once received, we will work together to align the availability of our facilitators with your desired training dates.

Upon confirmation of availability, you will receive an email containing the following:

• A Training Requirements form. Please complete and return this form to aid the facilitator's preparation for the workshop
• Relevant workshop details and materials
• Scheduled automated reminders

Following the successful delivery of the workshop, invoices will be raised promptly. We highly encourage you to provide feedback via our feedback forms, as we value your insights and aim to continually improve based on our collective experiences.