The Migrant Leaders Youth Conference on Sunday 8^th October 2017 introduced the proposed programme to young people to invite feedback. This was designed and facilitated by Elham Fardad who divided the attendees into discussion groups who then each presented on the stage their feedback and thoughts to Elham and others. Elham said “…This is a pivotal conference as the Migrant Leaders Development Programme is for all of you young people and those across the country who will have access to all our online resources. The focus groups we will get you into are to discuss the key questions we ask you and every one of you will be encouraged to present your thoughts on the stage…”

On March 27^th 2017 Elham Fardad was invited as Key Note Speaker at the O2 Leaders in Fast Track Conference. Attended by a diverse group of delegates in senior roles from public and private sector organisations. Elham Fardad shared her experiences on how to accelerate your leadership journey. Her principles are (1) Know yourself (2) Be fearless (3) Take charge (4) Don’t make it personal (5) Don’t lose your integrity. She said “Nothing is certain in life and we could all lose our health, wealth, career, loved ones but what nobody can take away from you is your character. Maintaining that gives you a sense of confidence and meaning to your life which is key to happiness and sustainable leadership success….”

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