Connect Reflect

Connect Reflect is a subsidised leadership support programme offering peer learning groups and one-to-one coaching for leaders working in the arts and culture sector. The programme provides confidential group sessions facilitated by Clore Leadership and individual coaching to support reflection, well-being and leadership development. Sessions include three 90-minute peer group meetings and three one-hour 1:1 coaching sessions delivered online. The 2026 round is supported by Arts Council England and the Paul Hamlyn Foundation.

Three 90-minute peer learning group sessions (online) for groups up to ten; three one-hour 1:1 online/telephone coaching sessions; facilitated peer support, reflective space, enhanced communication and leadership skills, and new professional connections.

Open to leaders working for organisations in the arts and culture sector in England, including artistic and executive leaders with substantial strategic responsibilities; freelancers and volunteers with central leadership roles are also eligible. A minimum of 60% of places are allocated for leaders from National Portfolio Organisations or Investment Principles Support Organisations. One individual per organisation may apply (two for organisations of 250+ employees); previous participants are ineligible to reapply.

Apply via Clore Leadership's programme application route; for remaining coaching places contact sarah.stott@cloreleadership.org with details of priority place.