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Black Leaders Programme

A personal development opportunity for students of Black heritage developed in collaboration with Grit: Breakthrough Programmes

This programme has been designed for students of Black heritage to explore and celebrate their identity, voice and community.

Through a series of workshops, designed and facilitated by trainers of Black heritage, will be supported to:

  • Enhance existing strengths in leadership and advocacy
  • Transform self-limiting beliefs
  • Develop community and a sense of belonging
  • Take ownership of your university experience and generate self-efficacy, agency and resilience
  • Generate relationships and support networks

To be eligible for this workshop you must beÌýof Black heritage.

Want to find out more?

The next sessions are taking place on Thursday 30 April and Friday 1 May 2026. You will need to attend a virtual enrolment (via zoom) session if interested in taking part on 16 April or 22 April 2026.

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EmailÌýedi-managers@nottingham.ac.uk for details.

You can also download our 'Black Students' Guide' for more information about studying at Nottingham as a student of Black heritage.

Jan and Michele talk about their experiences on the Black Leaders Programme

Jan and Michele talk about their experiences on the Black Leaders Programme

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Watch what our participants had to say

Hear from Janmatthew and Michele, who took part in the Black Leader Programme in October 2023. They talk about what to expect from the programme and how it's impacted them since.

About the Black Leaders Programme

The Black Leaders Programme has been created by Grit: Breakthrough Programmes in partnership with the ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´.

Grit specialises in personal development programmes that aim to create breakthroughs in how participants see themselves and the world.Ìý

This programme has been created to help our students to understand how their strengths and passions can be used to achieve, thrive and lead.

Through a series of intensive workshops, students will explore their identity, increase their confidence and gain leadership and advocacy skills.Ìý

There is also the opportunity to connect with other students of Black heritage to grow your community at university and discuss your experiences in a safe space .Ìý

Student testimonials...

"Participating inÌýthe Black Leadership Programme challengedÌýand reshaped my understanding of leadership, life, and the Black experience."

Read more from Harry >

"The Grit workshop served as a catalyst for self-discovery, empowering me to take ownership of my narrative and embrace my innate power."

More from Teni >

"You have all the tools you need toÌýdiscover who you are and to feel like you belong, and this is what Grit reminds you of."

Read Luanne's testimonial >

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Black Sport Collective


A group that helps bringÌýtogether Black students, whether interested in sport or not, providing aÌýsupport system to inspire and motivate you to excel.Ìý

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  • Join regular events and activitiesÌý
  • Access relevant opportunities (internal and external)
  • Be part of a collective that seeks to celebrate the achievements of Black students

"The BSC is such an amazing project and I’m so glad that I was part of the team this year. It did such a great job at bringing black students together and providing a safe community to discuss current issues, be ourselves and have fun! I’ve met some incredible and inspiring people and made lots of memories."

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- Rugba, past participant


Black Industry Connections & Empowerment Programme


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  • Meet alumni and industry mentors
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"I highly recommend joining. I expanded my network, learned from brilliant people, gained more self-confidence and I feel more ready now for my life after I graduate."


Black Students Support Group


A safe space for students ofÌýAfrican-Caribbean and mixed heritage, to reflect on mental health and wellbeing.

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  • Sessions led by Black counsellors from the University Counselling Service
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