stepping up 2025

15 – 17 October 2025
Strasbourg, France
France Télévisions 

With the increasing number of women taking on leadership roles in regional broadcasting, CIRCOM Regional is now taking applications for its October 2025 ‘Stepping Up’ training event.

What is on offer?
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Aimed at women with 3 years’ experience or less in a leadership role, this event will provide a safe space in which to share the challenges of leading teams.  It will help new female leaders develop confidence in themselves and in their leadership.

The schedule
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 Day 1 - Arrival (1900hrs – 2130hrs)
- Welcome Dinner and a presentation in groups.

Day 2 - Full Day (0900hrs – 1700hrs)
- Sharing the challenges of being a woman in leadership.
- Understanding your leadership style and what how it impacts your team.
- How to develop confidence as a leader. 
- Free evening. 

Day 3 - Half Day (0900hrs – 1400hrs, includes closing lunch)
- The skills of being a coaching style leader and why it matters.
- Sharing our work dilemmas. Get your colleagues help in moving forward.

 

Who it’s for?
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For women new* to leading teams in regional broadcasting. (*With around 3 years or less in a leadership role. But we can be flexible!) They can be working on any platform, in any genre, or in a technical or strategic role. But they must be leading other people. 

What can I expect?
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An informal and safe space in which to share honestly the challenges you face as a leader in regional broadcasting. Designed to be highly interactive, there will be sessions offering tools and techniques to help build confidence both in yourself and in your leadership. Participants will do most of the talking and discussing. More experienced female leaders will join as guests to offer advice and share their insights into leading teams.

When will it take place?
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The event will start at 1900hrs on the evening of Wednesday 15th October 2025 and end at 1400hrs on Friday 17Th October 2025.

Where will it take place?
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The event will take place at France Télévisions, Place de Bordeaux, 67000 Strasbourg, France.

What level of English do I need?
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You need to be comfortable speaking and discussing topics in English. This event relies heavily on contributions from delegates.

How many spaces are available?
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There are 15 places available. Each station can send a maximum of 2 people.
Places will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.

How to apply:
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REGISTRATION FORM
Registration deadline: Friday 12 September 2025

What accommodation is available?
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A confirmation email will be sent after registration to each candidate with the Ibis Budget hotel reservation information. You will then need to confirm your room reservation.

Ibis Budget Strasbourg Centre République
23A rue Oberlin – 67000 Strasbourg 
 
(The hotel is only 5 to 10 minutes’ walk from France Télévisions).

France Télévisions has a special rate with the Ibis:
- €93,42 Single room/night – including breakfast. 
- The tourist tax is 0.77 euros per night and per person.

 

Who pays for what?
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Travel and accommodation to be paid by delegate’s home station.

Evening meal on day 1 is offered by CIRCOM Regional.

Lunch on day 2 and 3 are offered by CIRCOM Regional.

Training free of charges

Any other expenses, including food are to be paid for by the delegates.

What if I have any special requirements?
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Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you require any assistance or have any access requirements.