Fuelled by the pandemic, the last two years have seen a rise in global and civil unrest and political instability. Never have opinions about politics, health, civil rights, and personal rights become more polarised. Difficult conversations within the workplace, with our donors and key stakeholders are becoming more commonplace from everything to EDI issues, climate change, the right to work from home, and mandatory vaccination. In addition, as advancement professionals we may encounter unwanted overtures or excessive antagonism or criticism.  This session will be an interactive workshop providing an opportunity to focus - in a safe and supportive environment - on key challenges that you are keen to tackle. Are you, for example, struggling to engage with senior or academic colleagues? Are there times when you feel like you’re treading water? Are you wondering how best to resolve a complex issue? Bring your experiences and challenges. We'll explore the ways of navigating around these issues to achieve the best results. 

Competencies: Industry / Sector Expertise