I’ve started 2026 with three learning agendas.

In my culture and equity work with leaders, we often begin or end our engagement by developing a collective learning agenda: a shared roadmap where we outline what we want to explore together (see expanded definition below). Learning agendas are particularly valuable when you are starting a new or complex project, or when you need to deepen your understanding of an issue or challenge or when you want to learn a new skill.

I’ve observed that creating a learning agenda brings focus and structure to culture and behaviour change. It makes learning more intentional, reflective and part of everyday work. A simple framework and a few guiding questions can help leaders and teams stay motivated, notice progress, and keep learning connected to their goals. It’s a practical way to stay committed and accountable to ongoing growth, whether the focus is equity, leadership, or team effectiveness.

While I often use learning agendas in my advisory work, you can create one for almost any area of personal growth.

This year, I’m creating a learning agenda for my karate practice, my CCA Catalyst Recertification Process, and my ongoing learning related to Truth and Reconciliation.

If you’re looking for an alternative to New Year’s resolutions, it’s not too late to consider creating a personal or collective learning agenda. You can find a template here.

Chanel Grenaway has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector focused on integrating equity and intersectionality practice into workplace cultures. She has worked with Foundations, multi-service non-profit agencies and academic institutions. She currently supports organizations to improve their equity and inclusion outcomes through equity assessments, training and knowledge building, community engagement, and action planning. She also coaches leaders, board members and staff teams on how they can normalize conversations about racism and integrate equity-based approaches in their programs, policies and services. www.chanelgrenaway.com