In order to attend, a person must be living with HIV/AIDS and a resident of Ontario. The OAN is committed to ensuring diverse representation including women and Aboriginal PHAs.
The leadership development training is intended for PHAs who have had time to reflect on the reality and impact of their diagnosis. Although all are welcome it would not be a place to provide support for someone who is newly diagnosed.
To support your participation, every effort will be made to pre-pay expenses; however, no cash disbursements will be made. OAN Staff will only reimburse expenses by cheque. All expenses received must be supported by a receipt.
Attendees need to be open to the learning process.
What is the application process for this training?
All persons interested in taking the training must complete and submit an application form.
To download a copy of the application please [CLICK HERE]
IMPORTANT: Applications should be sent to the following email address: tjewal@ontarioaidsnetwork.on.ca
By submitting an application, a person is indicating that they agree to the Code of Conduct as well as the Financial Guidelines and the Release of Liability – To download a copy of the Code of Conduct, Financial Guidelines and Release of Liability for the training please [CLICK HERE]
*(Please Note that successful completion of the Core Leadership training is a prerequisite for application to the Communication Skills training)
What might participants expect to get out of attendance at the PLDI™ Training?
Self exploration
Meet and connect with other PHAs
This training is designed to help you on the path of leadership, it is not an exhaustive leadership training but rather a chance to explore aspects of leadership.
A certificate is given upon successful completion for each level.
What Not To Expect From The Training
This is not a support group or a place to get your emotional support.
This is not a train the trainer workshop, you will not be given the tools and skills to facilitate this workshop.
What To Expect From The Training Facilitators
The facilitators provide a safe and respectful learning environment.
The facilitators will ensure participation through the use of various exercises and group debriefing.
What Not to Expect From The Training Facilitators
The training facilitators are not councilors.
The facilitators will not be able to provide cash advances or reimbursements, you are required to fill out an expense claim form and have a cheque sent by mail for prearranged expenses that will be covered.
What The Training Facilitators Expect From You
You are expected to actively participate, this is a leadership development training and leaders are engaged in the process of learning.
Be on time for all sessions.
Attend all sessions.
Your openness to the learning process.
Adherence to the code of conduct and group guidelines.
Bring your medication.
Bring any personal care items
You are responsible for yourself and your actions.
