Aurora Women’s Leadership Development Initiative 2025-2026

Applications are invited for Aurora, the women’s leadership development initiative from Advance HE.

The programme runs as a unique partnership bringing together leadership experts and higher education institutions to take positive action to address the under-representation of women in leadership positions in the sector.

Aurora seeks to support women and their institutions to fulfil their leadership potential through thought-provoking activities, collaborative problem-solving activities and motivating stories supported by inspirational women role models. Participation embeds strong networks of early career women across the sector to share best practice, insights and experiences. 

The Scotland sessions of Aurora begin online in September 2025 and more information on the programme is available on the Advance HE website. A limited number of University-funded places are available for women in Grades 7-9, in an Academic, Admin and Professional Services, Knowledge Exchange, Research, Teaching or Technical role.

To apply, download the Aurora Strathclyde Criteria 2025-2026 and complete the Aurora Strathclyde Application 2025-2026. Please submit your application by email to equality@strath.ac.uk by 5pm on Friday 20 June 2025.

For further information please download the Aurora Information Pack 2025 which includes detailed information on Aurora and guidance for applicants.  Any questions or queries please contact equality@strath.ac.uk.