About
About Collab
Collab is a monthly online evening space where we unite to create, achieve, promote, and encourage young female leaders. These empowering sessions consist of dynamic leadership discussions, designed to:
- Create connection and conversation
- Facilitate leadership and learning
- Assess current needs and opportunities
- Listen and formulate visions, outcomes, and partnerships
Contributors
Collab Contributers
Amy Summerfield
Dot Tyler
Rev Dr Kate Coleman
Nicki Sims
Amy Orr-Ewing
Odele Harding
Adom Otoo
Laura Bell
Rachel Gardner
Lois Delong
Cathy Madavan
Rachel Hughes
Claire Rush
Xenia James
Marie Aitkin
Ali Herbert
Laura Hancock
Lauren Windle
Jade Renolds
Cath Woolridge
Events
Event Content
Typical Elements of a Collab Meeting (7:30–9:15pm) include:
Encounter
Embrace a profound sense of presence.
Envision
Delve into a personal story, fostering peer support and encouragement.
Equip
Explore compelling Collab Topics (see below).
Engage
Engage in invigorating breakout discussions.
Empower
Be empowered through a brief 5-minute media piece featuring leadership encouragement and testimonies related to the theme.
Pray
Unite in prayer, uplifting and supporting one another.
Sessions
Session Content
1: Collab for Connection
Join Amy Summerfield as she shares invaluable insights on the significance of connection in leadership. Discover the importance of establishing connections with Christ, others, and ourselves. Media SHort Input also given by Cath Woolridge.
2: Collab – Championing and Commitment
Learn together about the vital role of encouragement and championing in effective leadership and how commitment matters as developing leaders. Input also given by Odele Harding.
3: Collab – Collab to Cultivate
Join Kate Coleman as she exposes some unhealthy behaviours that hold women back in leadership and discover insights and resources that cultivate clear the path to lead in a better way. Media Short Input also given by Laura Hancock.
4: Collab – Character and Calling
Join Nicki Sims as she inspires us to grow in character as leaders, and shares insights on finding clarity in your calling in leadership. Media Short Input also given by Lois Delong.
5: Collab – Confidence and Courage
Amy Orr Ewing will unpack clear and helpful biblical and theological truths about women’s right to lead in any sphere, particularly within the Church. Media Short Input will also be given by Lauren Windle.
6: Collab to Communicate
Cathy Madavan will provide wisdom and teachings on public speaking, preaching, and effectively communicating your vision. Gain valuable insights on engaging and inspiring others through effective communication. Media Short Input will also be given by Jade Renolds.
7: Collab to Develop Competence
Learn why developing leadership competency and pursuing ongoing learning and growth are vital to your success as a leader. Rachel Gardner will unpack the importance of leadership competency. Media Short Input will also be given by Claire Rush.
8: Collab – Creating Culture and Creativity
Ali Herbert unpacks how creating culture as a leader is about intentionally shaping the values, attitudes, and environment around you. because the culture you build will ultimately determine how people grow, belong, and lead within it. Media Short Input from Xenia James.
9: Collab to Multiply
Be inspired by Laura Bell as she emphasizes the significance of discipleship, mentorship, and multiplication in leadership. Discover the power of reproducing leaders and learn whom you can invite to join Collab. Media Input will also be given by Marie-Louise Aitken.
10: Collab for Conversation (Discussion)
A discussion session where we uncover the pressing needs and experiences faced by young women leaders through shared stories and conversations. Explore the challenges and opportunities of being a woman in leadership, and examine equity within your church and sphere of influence. Media Input also from Rachel Hughes.
11: Collab to Advocate
Join Adom Otoo as she explores the significance of advocacy and justice across all areas, emphasizing women’s right to lead. Media Short Input will also be given by Dot Tyler.
12: Collab to Commission
Join us for an exclusive in-person commissioning day event in central London. Reflect on your transformative year-long journey, encounter in worship and more closing sessions, provide feedback, receive certificates, and engage in prayer and fellowship.