Thank you for your interest in joining SCOPE! At this time, we are not accepting new applications. However, we appreciate your enthusiasm and encourage you to check back with us when the next round of applications opens in June 2026. In the meantime, feel free to explore the eligibility criteria and program details below. We look forward to welcoming you in the future!

We offer:

🌟 Enhanced Curriculum

We’ve added specialized sessions to prepare you more effectively for real-world board roles:

• A new, interactive EDI training focused on inclusive leadership

• Advanced topics in Board Governance like financial oversight, risk management, and the board recruitment process

• Our popular Board Simulation session, facilitated by MOSAIC’s CEO, Olga Stachova, remains a key hands-on learning experience

🎓 Recognized Certificate of Completion

Graduates will receive a certificate issued by:

• MOSAIC’s CEO

• MOSAIC Centre for Diversity

• Synergy Consulting Group

We’ll provide both physical and digital certificate, so you’ll also be able to share your achievement on LinkedIn.

We remain committed to empowering immigrants with the tools, knowledge, and connections to lead. 

Program Goals

• Create equitable community engagement opportunities for racialized immigrants
• Increase representation on boards, committees, and other leadership tables
• Support immigrants in becoming agents of social and civic change

MOSAIC can also help you find roles on boards and committees of organizations that match your interests.

Topics

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Gain awareness of power, privilege, and systemic inequities. Training includes:

• Intersectionality, bias, and microaggressions
• Culturally responsive leadership
• Tools to build inclusive communities and respectful dialogue
• Anti-racism as a continuous practice
• Creating safe spaces for belonging and value

Board Governance

Learn to serve confidently and responsibly on boards:

• Roles, responsibilities, and governance frameworks
• Legal and fiduciary duties
• Financial oversight and risk management
• Running inclusive and effective board meetings

Board Simulation and How to Be Board/Committee Members

This advanced board governance training equips participants with practical skills for effective board and committee service. Topics include reading financial statements, strategic planning, and understanding key roles such as Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer. Participants will explore the board’s role in oversight, risk management, supporting the Executive Director, and fundraising. A board simulation offers hands-on experience, covering onboarding, decision-making, and the dos and don’ts for new members. The training also includes tools for successful committee work, project management, and building accountability.

This practical training covers:

• Reading financial statements and strategic planning
• Understanding board officer roles (Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer)
• Supporting the Executive Director and fundraising
• Simulation activities to practice onboarding, accountability, and group decision-making

Community Engagement

Learn about equal representation in community engagement. You get to take part in panels and discussions on topics, including:

• Navigating power dynamic at decision-making tables.
• Creating allyship with different stakeholders

Program Support

Participants receive continued support through:

• A private Slack group for peer communication, opportunities, and knowledge sharing
• One-on-one and group check-ins (phone, online, and in-person)
• Access to the Immigrants and Community Action Network (iCan) to stay connected and informed about best practices, tools, and events

Access to the Immigrants and Community Action Network (iCan)

This network is a way for racialized members of the community to connect, share, and take part in their community. You’ll learn best and fair practices, resources and pertinent data related to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Workshops for Partners

Through the MOSAIC Centre for Diversity program, you will receive support on how to diversify your boards, committees, and tables.