Canary Islands' New Leadership Training Initiative for 2026

Overview

The Canary Islands government has approved a new training initiative for 2026 aimed at enhancing the leadership skills of senior public officials. The program, called 'Individualized Development of Leadership Skills (Mentees)', focuses on mentoring — a process where experienced leaders guide their less experienced counterparts. Over several sessions between April and November, participants will receive personalized coaching to improve their management and team leadership abilities.

Program Objectives

• Promote continuous professional development within the region's public administration.
• Target high-ranking public employees in charge of teams, including directors and service heads.
• Focus on those with less seniority to foster career growth.
• Strengthen leadership capacity across the Canary Islands.

Program Details

• Total of 18 hours of face-to-face sessions.
• Capped at 20 participants per edition.
• Emphasizes hands-on learning through activities such as:
  • Case studies
  • Role-playing
  • Group exercises
• Includes evaluations, strategic meetings, and practical activities based on:
  • Understanding core competencies
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Effective communication

Funding and Benefits

• Participation is free.
• Fully funded by regional government funds.
• Reflects a major investment in administrative excellence and leadership development.

Expected Impact

The program aims to improve the quality of public services for residents by enhancing leadership skills among senior officials.