The Forward Partnership began in 2000, initially to support organisations meet the challenges of diversity. Over the past 25 years we have expanded our offer to include leadership, coaching, organisational improvement.
Our specialism is working within and across different faith sectors, helping others to navigate theses complexities with confidence.
We currently work with charities, churches and other faith organisations.
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Specialised course secures EMCC Global Quality Award accreditation
A UK-based training partnership, specialising in working across faith sectors, has secured a EMCC Global Quality Award for its Christian Coaching and Mentoring Course.
Trio of tutors Sue Iqbal, Jennie Fytche and Alison Cansdale, of the Forward Partnership, created the course to support those who bring faith and spirituality into their work. With 25 years’ experience, the Forward Partnership offers leadership, coaching and organisational improvement, working alongside charities and faith organisations.
Course director, Sue Iqbal, said: “We are excited to have been awarded an EQA by EMCC Global for our Christian Coaching and Mentoring Course and are now taking applications for our first cohort starting in September 2025.
“Thanks to EMCC Global for the support as we provide this pathway to accreditation for those looking to integrate faith and spirituality within their practice.”
The Christian Coaching and Mentoring Course is made up of online tutorials, two residential events and with mentors on hand to support those who join. More information on the course can be found on Forward Partnership’s Linkedin page.
The EMCC Global Quality Award (EQA) is the quality standard for mentoring and coaching training programmes. Each course which is given the EQA must meet the strict EMCC Competency Framework standards.
Congratulating the partners, Denise Whitworth, EMCC Global VP Accreditation and Membership, said:
“The team have an impressive amount of experience in an important area – that of helping people navigate through the challenges of diversity. I am pleased that they have their EQA and look forward to seeing their progress.”
We are delighted to announce that we will be working in association with The Queen’s Foundation Birmingham to run our Christian Coaching and Mentoring Programme this September
Forward Partnership Ltd holds the Global Quality Award conferred by EMCC for their Christian Coaching and Mentoring Programme
Past clients include Schools, British Gas, Royal Mail, Cabinet Office, YMCA, Department for Education, Hti, Princes Trust, Salvation Army, Birmingham City Council, Lawrence Sheriff Teaching School, Birmingham Church Of England Diocese, The Church of England, St Peter’s Saltley Trust, Association of Christian Counsellors and Linked Professions, Waverley Abbey College, Karis Neighbourhood Scheme, Interserve GB and Ireland, Riverside Church, Jericho Foundation and Reach Across.
Forward Partnership Limited Company Number 06779870
