Network for Black Women Leaders (NBWL)

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ABOUT THE NETWORK

Who We Are

WRC proudly presents the Network for Black Women Leaders (NBWL) - a fresh initiative led by and for Black women which is dedicated to fostering unity, ambition, and leadership amongst Black women throughout the UK. Our exclusive network aims to challenge biases, celebrate unique cultural leadership, and ensure that Black women find their rightful place in senior leadership roles through merit.

“NBWL is a safe space where Black women are nurtured both personally and professionally to realise their fullest potential. Here, authenticity matters.”

Mariama Njie-Ceesay ~ NBWL Programme Manager

NBWL Vision and Purpose

A world where Black women thrive, unburdened by prejudice, and assume leadership roles with grace and power, where we:

Offer an unconditional space for Black women to be true to themselves.
Amplify Black women's representation across diverse leadership positions.
Connect women from all walks of life encouraging them to grow into the best versions of themselves.

Why Join the NBWL?

The benefits of joining the Network for Black Women Leaders include:

Personal Growth Reignite your ambitions and challenge deep-seated beliefs.
Peer Support Connect with like-minded women and derive strength from the NBWL community.
Transformative Opportunities Access high-quality networks, that advocate for better work environments for Black women leaders from all walks of life..

NBWL Programmes

NBWL Coaching Programme: A lifeline for early-career Black women.

This is our fully-funded programme tailored for early-career black women looking to get into new careers or the workplace.

Primarily focused on UK women from the African diaspora, our coaching programme is an antidote to your unique challenges. By immersing yourself in our dedicated coaching, reignite your confidence, find your path, and thrive within an empowering network. Dive deep into mentorship and rediscover confidence within our uplifting network.

Explore NBWL Coaching

NBWL Mentors Programme: A programme to support mentors and mentees for Black women.

If you are someone in the early stages of your career, or looking to enter/ re-enter the world of work, let our network of mentors help you to build your confidence and be guided through the next stage of your journey.

Become a Mentee

If you have a wealth of experience, either through influential roles, life's teachings, or have invaluable skills you would like to share, we invite you to become the beacon for women striving to secure their footing. Be the guiding star for women striving to overcome the unique challenges Black women face.

Become a Mentor

FAQs

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Contact Us

Want to work with us, collaborate, or sponsor our initiatives?
Connect with our Programme Manager, Mariama

Acknowledgements
Our journey is illuminated by Patricia Alert, Dolly Ogunrinde, Rosemarie Jackson, and Dionne Nelson. Their legacy is an inspiration for every woman of the African diaspora.

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