Regional Leaders

An established researcher serves as the ENRICH Regional Leader in each of the 16 Pediatric Academic centres. In many centres, there will also be a co-lead. Regional Leaders are nominated by the local institutions and approved by the ENRICH Executive. The following outlines the roles and responsibilities of Regional Leaders.

Advocate and Advertise

Help identify learners across all disciplines for ENRICH.

Meet with department heads regarding ENRICH.

Give local presentations about ENRICH

Promote the network and build local capacity.

Mentorship

Support and guide local learners.

Interact and network with learners.

Participate in National Retreats

Identify local speakers to give sessions at national retreats.

Facilitate the session that you organize.

Contribute to national network of ENRICH mentors

Attend the annual symposium.

Attend 2-3 regional leader meetings per year.

Give feedback on curriculum.

Be available to assist learners from other institutions.

Prepare local applicants for ENRICH award competitions

Meet and mentor the candidate: In order for a candidate to apply for an ENRICH award, they are encouraged to meet with the Regional Leader first. We ask that learners who to not have a Regional Leader at their Institution, contact the Regional Leader that is closest to them geographically. The Regional leader will mentor the candidate and help them put forward a strong application, in collaboration with the identified primary supervisor or mentor.

Internal Review: The Regional Leader may facilitate an internal peer review to strengthen the application prior to submission.