UNEARTHeD is a leadership development and coaching program designed to support Black-identified faculty and staff at the University of Waterloo as they invest in their personal and professional growth, strengthen their leadership capacity, and build meaningful connections across campus.
Program Overview
Program Dates: November 2026 - April 30, 2027 (4-6 hours/month)
Cohort Size: Maximum 20 participants
Eligible Participants: Black-identified faculty and staff (currently in people leadership roles).
Step 1: Submit Your Application
Complete the Expression of Interest/Application form (below). Applications close November 1, 2026.
Step 2: Acceptance
Successful applicants will be notified during the first week of November 2026.
Step 3: Supervisor and/or Chair Awareness of Participation
Participants are encouraged to discuss participation with their supervisor and/or department chair. Endorsement is encouraged but not mandatory.
What Participants Can Expect
Professional coaching, self-paced learning, interactive workshops, leadership development, community building, and networking opportunities.
Program Requirements
- Complete a Learning and Leadership Goal Plan
- Attend at least 5 Group Coaching Sessions
- Attend at least 5 Individual 1:1 Professional Coaching Sessions
- Complete 5 Self-Paced online Learning and Reflection Modules
- Participate in live workshops
- Attend the required two-day closing retreat (April 2027)
Accessibility and Community
Some sessions will be offered over the lunch hour to support participants with scheduling constraints. While the cohort is limited to 20 participants, live workshops will remain open to all Black-identified women on campus to support connection and community building.