Shaping the Future: A fund to support leadership in the migration sector
Posted 22 January 2025
We are excited to announce the launch of Shaping the Future: A Fund to Support Leadership in the Migration Sector, which is now officially open for applications.
This fund has been co-created with sector experts to address the growing need for leadership capacity and capability in the refugee and migration sector. It provides resources for individuals, organisations, and networks to foster holistic, sustainable leadership development.
About the fund
The ‘Shaping the Future’ Leadership Initiative is designed to bolster leadership in the refugee and migration sector. It offers targeted support to:
- Grassroots organisations
- Individuals with lived experience of migration
The fund promotes leadership development that is:
- Anti-oppressive: Challenging systemic inequities and power dynamics.
- Wellbeing-focused: Prioritising mental health and sustainable leadership practices.
- Grounded in lived experience: Building on the strengths and insights gained through lived experience of migration
Through this initiative, organisations and individuals can design and tailor their own leadership programmes or approaches to meet the specific needs of their teams and communities.
Funding opportunities
Applicants can apply for funding for up to two years. There are three funding pots are available:
Individuals: Grants of up to £10,000 to support personal leadership development.
Organisations: Grants of £10,000–£60,000 to strengthen leadership within organisations.
Collaborative partnerships: Grants of £60,000–£100,000 to support collaborative initiatives that foster leadership across networks.
How to apply
1) Review the Guidance Document: Before applying, download and review the detailed guidance.
2) Review our Frequently Asked Questions document and/or email us at mex@global-dialogue.org if you have any questions or need assistance.
3) Download and review the application questions to draft question responses before officially submitting your application on Typeform.
4) Submit Your Application by completing the online application form.
Help us spread the word
We invite you to share this opportunity widely. Below are sample posts for social media:
_”The UK refugee and migration sector faces unprecedented challenges in the current political, economic, and social landscape. A strategic approach to leadership development is crucial to sustain impact and bring about transformative change.
Shaping the Future: A Fund to Support Leadership in the Migration Sector launches 22nd January 2025! Apply by 12 March 2025. Learn more: https://bit.ly/40qQA4H
BlueSky / X
- “Launching 22 Jan: Shaping the Future Fund to bolster leadership in the migration sector. Focused on lived experience leadership, wellbeing, and systems change. Apply by 12 March 2025. https://bit.ly/40qQA4H #MigrationLeadership”
- “Transformative leadership is vital for the refugee and migration sector. Shaping the Future Fund provides resources to build capacity and capability. Apply by 12 March 2025. https://bit.ly/40qQA4H #MigrationLeadership”
Download the images for LinkedIn and X/Bluesky to share on your networks.
Thank you for your interest in shaping the future of leadership in the migration sector. Together, we can create a stronger, more sustainable future for all.
For further information, please contact us at mex@global-dialogue.org.
This fund was made possible by the funders who supported this initiative: A B Charitable Trust, Barrow Cadbury Trust, Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, Rayne Foundation, Refugee Council, The Henry Smith Charity, This Day Foundation and Unbound Philanthropy and our Co-Creation Group of lived experience leaders who have shaped this process.