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Your change network

A University-wide community of over 160 'Change Advocates' will give their departments the local support and guidance needed to adjust to new ways of working. They'll join our existing Change Network, who have shaped progress on the transformation so far.

What will the Change Network do?

We'll meet Change Advocates for monthly 90-minute sessions to openly discuss the transformation. Change Advocates can use these conversations to help their communities prepare for the changes ahead, in a choice of two key areas.

  • A focus on the people: translating and sharing key messages among those they work with, signposting resources, and feeding back insights.
  • A focus on the system: getting involved with user testing for the affected processes, and guiding staff on how to carry them out effectively.

We'll also continue working with leaders, providing them with regular updates to share wider, and guiding them on how to support the Change Advocates in their departments.

Thank you to everyone who has already worked with us as part of our existing Change Network. We're really pleased to now be able to expand it, work even more proactively with colleagues, and get wider input on how to embed the new ways of working this transformation will bring.

Mel Rose, Senior Development Partner (Change)

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What will Change Advocates gain?

Being a Change Advocate brings with it a wide range of personal and professional benefits, shaped around their areas of interest.

  • Building relationships: connect with peers and colleagues from other teams to learn from, and collaborate on, shared challenges.
  • Growing career skills: learn to lead, communicate and problem-solve through workshops, coaching and other development opportunities.

The transformation's Change Management Team will support the Change Network throughout the programme. They'll work with Change Advocates to make sure everyone gains from the experience through tailored support and training.