The Award Winning Red Thread Fellowship is a transformative, year-long leadership development programme that bridges the gap between corporate ambition and community need.
Since its inception in 2016, the Fellowship has delivered programmes in Oxford, Northampton and Cambridge, and now focussing solely in Milton Keynes, fostering a network of leaders committed to personal growth and societal impact.
Programme Highlights
Experiential Learning: Fellows collaborate with local charities, applying leadership theories to real-world challenges, enhancing both personal and organizational development.
Structured Workshops: Seven action-learning sessions cover topics such as strategic planning, team dynamics, effective communication, and change management.
Community Contribution: Each Fellow commits to raising a minimum of £500 for their partnered charity, collectively contributing over £75,000 to date.
In 2025, a “World Class Citizen” module was added to the programme. Fellows are encouraged to create an action plan for how they will enhance their own roles as good citizens, and how they might promote Good Citizenship to their colleagues, organisation, family and community.
2025 Cohort Launch: MK8
In early 2025, the Fellowship welcomed its eighth Milton Keynes cohort, MK8, at a two-day launch event hosted at headline sponsor Ringway’s offices. Eleven emerging leaders embarked on their transformative journeys, engaging in personality assessments and sharing their aspirations for growth.
Don't just take our word for it, read to what our fellows and sponsors have to say:
Fellow Testimonials
“The unique combination of theoretical, practical application through volunteering can’t be found anywhere else.”
“Benefited from time to reflect on the gaps in my own leadership practice.”
“Do it in a heartbeat – I can’t say anymore than that!”
Organisational Feedback
Quest For Learning (Oxford Charity):
“Without this, we would have hugely struggled to complete our office move and still maintain the running of the charity.”
Ashridge Group Ltd (MK Company):
“The RTP Fellowship Programme has contributed greatly to the personal development of our team and challenged us to enhance our collaboration with the local community.”
The success of the Red Thread Fellowship is amplified by the generous support of our sponsors:
“Our core values of integrity, versatility, openness and resilience underpin our strategy of ‘investing in our people and partnerships’ so it was perfect to be able to support an organisation that does just that.”
“Supporting the Fellowship allowed us to support local charities and help businesses develop effectively.”
... and please do feel free to get in touch if you would like to learn more about this great programme.
Sponsors
- Align your corporate social responsibility goals with impactful community engagement.
Partnering with the Red Thread Fellowship offers visibility, community impact, and leadership development opportunities.
Prospective Fellows
- Embark on a journey of personal and professional growth.
Enhance your leadership skills while making a tangible difference in your community.
Get in touch at admin@the-redthread.co.uk or call 07523 750630.
Share this post: