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Leadership Next

Launched in 2018 as the Survivors’ Leadership Program (SLP), the initiative empowers trafficking survivors through mentoring and collaborative learning, enabling them to develop leadership skills. Rebranded as “Leadership Next” in 2021, the program shifted its strategy to focus on long-term leadership development.

This year, Leadership Next adopted a role-shifting and handover strategy to strengthen its organizational structure and prepare the team for future leadership. The approach emphasized capacity-building, visibility, mental health, and gradual delegation to create a sustainable and empowered leadership ecosystem.

1. Skill Enhancement of Secretariat Members:
Trained in proposal writing, M&E, GMF, and documentation, improving operational effectiveness.

2. Media Visibility and Strategic Expansion:
Collaborated with state and national partners, boosting visibility and strengthening ties with government bodies through the Annual Leadership Meet.

3. Mental Health Promotion and Team Resiliency:
Introduced mental health strategies, fostering team well-being and resilience.

4. Role Shifting and Handover:
Trained 10 Bijoyini leaders and 3 facilitators, ensuring leadership continuity through gradual role delegation.

5. Escalation, Crisis Management, and Program Convergence:
Enhanced skills in crisis management and role clarity, strengthening collaboration between Collectives and Mentoring Organizations.

Achievements of Leadership Next (2023-2024):

  • Capacity Building: Staff enhanced skills in concept writing, LFA-based proposal development, budgeting, and documentation.
  • Leadership Documentation: Growth of 10 leaders documented with evidence.
  • Government Scheme Linkages: Linked 40 Bijoyini leaders to housing, insurance, and pension schemes.
  • Mental Health Management: 40% of the Secretariat team adopted self-initiated stress management practices.
  • Independent Collaboration: Expanded visibility and influence through new state and national partnerships.
  • Strengthened Partnerships: Built stronger networks with GGBK, Savera Foundation, and Bihaan Samuh.
  • Annual Leadership Meet: Provided a platform for leaders to share achievements and connect with stakeholders and partners.
  • Networking Skills: Enhanced facilitation skills through participation in forums like AATWIN, IWG, and CACL.
  • Team Bonding: Revived team unity through resilience-building and personal growth sessions.