Course detail: Developing Women Leaders

Course Description: 

This course invites both men and women to engage in a thought-provoking exploration of the unconscious actions and beliefs that can shape workplace dynamics. By examining research studies and personal experiences, participants will uncover how these factors influence career growth and professional opportunities.

Topics include impostor syndrome, strategies to build confidence for promotions or challenging projects, and techniques to manage the inner critic that can hinder success. The session also explores how speech and body language shape perceptions, providing tools to enhance communication and leadership presence.

Additionally, the course addresses critical areas such as work-life balance, relationships, perfectionism, and mentoring. Participants will gain practical strategies for fostering professional growth, supporting diverse leadership, and creating more inclusive and successful organizations. Whether you're looking to advance your own career or support others in achieving their potential, this course offers valuable insights and actionable steps for everyone.

Core Competencies: 
  • Managing Self- Participants will learn to harness one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations and to achieve goals and aspirations.
  • Managing Projects - Participants will demonstrate strong communication skills to convey messages effectively to share their vision, goals, ideas, and issues.
  • Leading People - Participants will lead and engage people to maximize organizational performance.
  • Leading Organizations - Participants will appraise and adopt the duties and behaviors incumbent upon a law enforcement leader who acts in ways that support the needs of their organization, community, and profession.
Course Objectives
  • Recognize and address unconscious actions and beliefs that hinder women's professional growth.
  • Understand impostor syndrome and learn practical strategies to overcome it.
  • Explore how speech and body language influence perception and how to use them effectively.
  • Discuss broader challenges like family planning, relationships, and perfectionism, offering solutions for balance and growth.
  • Develop actionable steps for mentoring and supporting women leaders within organizations.
Instructional Methods
  • Interactive Lecture: Engage with evidence-based insights and real-life experiences.
  • Applied Learning Exercises: Practice tools and strategies for professional and personal development.
  • Small Group Discussions: Collaborate and share ideas with peers in a supportive environment.
Who Should Attend
  • All levels of law enforcement professionals
  • Aspiring and informal leaders
  • Supervisors and managers aiming to support diversity in the workplace
  • Individuals interested in advancing women's leadership
Course Requirements
  • 100% participation and attendance
Fitness Requirements and Expectation of Physical Risk: sedentary

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas sponsored events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in an event, please email CPSL or call 620.694.1411 at least three weeks before the first day of the event. Some events may require notice earlier than three weeks and require you contact a specific individual; if so, that information is provided in the event-specific information.

 Session Information: SL26005F

Schedule: Every day, starting on 12/08/25 and ending on 12/09/25
Times: 08:00am-05:00pm CST
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Registration Fee : $100.00

Add-ons
Every day, starting on 12/07/25 and ending on 12/09/25
08:00am-05:00pm CST
 

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Participants are responsible for their own lodging and travel. Please dress in layers, as the temperature in the room may be difficult to adjust. The session begins at 8:00AM and is estimated to end at 5:00PM. On-site registration will begin at 7:30AM.This session is scheduled to take place at KLETC. Onsite registration will begin at 0730. Please dress in layers as the temperature in the room may be difficult to adjust. KLETC Dormitory Information- For those attendees who desire to come in the night before, please come to the Main KLETC Entrance marked on the map, it is near the flag pole and marked with a large "A". You may check into your room between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM Monday through Friday and Sunday. If you arrive after 10:00 PM the doors will be locked, however you can contact a custodian at 620-200-4220, and after answering their questions, they will assist you in getting room keys. Checkout time is 8:00 AM on your departure day or last day of training, please have all personal items removed at that time. All lodging attendees will find an envelope containing their room key at the front desk in the main lobby reception area. Sheets and a blanket are furnished for our guests. Items you may wish to bring: Alarm Clock, Bath Towels, Wash Cloths, Soap, Shampoo, Hair Dryer, Pillow and Pillowcase and an Extra Blanket. Weapon Safety - KLETC adopted a new weapons policy effective July 1, 2017. The concealed carry of handguns shall be permitted on the KLETC Campus, including all buildings and public areas to the maximum extent possible while ensuring the safety of the staff, students and guests in a training environment. The open carry of firearms shall be prohibited unless necessary for instruction in an authorized training program. Nothing in this procedure is intended to interfere with a law enforcement officer performing his or her official law enforcement duties on the KLETC campus. Law Enforcement officers attending continuing education, leadership or basic training classes, or attending meetings or other academy- related events, are permitted to carry their firearm while on the KLETC campus. Law enforcement officers carrying a firearm on the KLETC campus must possess appropriate agency identification. ABSOLUTELY NO student, instructor, or role player is allowed to carry any firearm into an area where signage stating "no live weapons or ammunition is allowed in training safety areas" is present. You are responsible for ensuring that your firearm is secured in a safe, reasonable, and acceptable manner while on the KLETC campus. Questions regarding this policy for leadership students, instructors or guests may be directed to the CPSL Assistant Director for the Center for Public Safety Leadership. Refund/Cancellation Policy: A full refund of lodging fees will be available if requested in writing cpsl@ku.edu and received by CPSL ten days prior to the beginning date of the seminar. After that date, but prior to the seminar, refunds will be made, but a $25.00 administrative fee will be charged. No refunds will be made after the starting date of the seminar. If you have any questions concerning this session, please contact CPSL at 620.694.1401 or by email at cpsl@ku.edu. Thank you again for your willingness to participate. We look forward to seeing you at KLETC!!

Facility Detail

KLETC Campus
Integrity Auditorium
11009 S. Hornet Road
Hutchinson, KS 67501
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Facility Resources
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Integrity Auditorium

Cancellation Policy

A refund less a $25.00 cancellation fee will be assessed for all cancellations made in writing prior to 10 days before the start of the event. After that time, no refunds will be made.