The Keychange Talent Leadership Programme (TLP) 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Opportunity Details
The Keychange Talent Leadership Programme (TLP) is a six-month training for women and gender-diverse individuals ready to lead change in the music industry.
This programme equips future leaders with the tools to drive diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). Through workshops, mentoring, and hands-on projects, participants gain practical skills, fresh insights, and the confidence to inspire change locally and globally.
Leadership training with a DEIA focus.
Hands-on experience through personal or collaborative projects.
One-on-one mentorship with experienced leaders.
Access to a supportive, inclusive network.
What monetary support options are there?
Each participant will get a baseline travel bursary. We also allocate extra funds to participants based in Canada (to cover extra travel costs), participants with childcare needs and participants with accessibility needs. Additionally, green top-ups are available for eco-friendly travel.
Must be based in Creative Europe countries, the UK, Canada, or Switzerland.
Minimum 5 years in the music industry (or 3 years in music + 2 years in creative industries).
At least 1 year of DEIA-related experience.
Application Guidance and Criteria (pdf)
Application Guidance and Criteria (word)