Leading Change—Surviving Change
Learn practical strategies to lead change with confidence and resilience.
Zoom
* Registration open until 10/6/26 at 11:59 PM (PDT)
Leading Change – Surviving Change
October 7, 2026
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. (Pacific)
Change is a constant in Head Start. Whether you're implementing new initiatives, responding to evolving regulations, navigating staffing challenges, or leading organizational growth, how you lead through change can have a lasting impact on your team and the families you serve.
In this practical webinar, you'll learn strategies for leading change with confidence while supporting staff through periods of transition. Explore why people respond to change differently, discover techniques for reducing resistance, and learn how to build trust, strengthen communication, and keep your team engaged throughout the change process.
Designed specifically for Head Start leaders, supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders, this session provides actionable tools you can immediately apply within your program to help your team adapt, remain resilient, and move forward together.
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand the emotional and organizational impact of change.
- Recognize common reactions to change and strategies for addressing resistance.
- Communicate change with clarity, transparency, and confidence.
- Build trust and maintain employee engagement during times of transition.
- Lead teams through uncertainty while fostering resilience and a positive workplace culture.
- Turn change into an opportunity for growth, innovation, and long-term success.
Whether you're leading a small process improvement or navigating significant organizational change, this webinar will help you build the skills and confidence to guide your team through change successfully.
How do I register for Leading Change – Surviving Change?
You can register directly through our website. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email with important event information and access to the live webinar.
How do I access the Zoom link?
A few days before the webinar, you'll receive an email containing your personalized Zoom access link and any additional information you'll need to join the training.
Each Zoom link is unique to your registration and is intended for your use only. If you need assistance accessing your link, please email events@headstartca.org.
Is this webinar live or recorded?
Leading Change – Surviving Change is presented as a live, instructor-led virtual webinar.
To encourage participation and interaction, attendees are encouraged to attend the live session.
What are the date and time?
October 7, 2026
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Pacific Time
The webinar includes approximately one hour of live instruction.
What does my registration include?
Your registration includes:
- One hour of live instruction
- Practical leadership strategies for navigating organizational change
- Techniques for strengthening communication and reducing resistance
- Real-world examples and actionable takeaways
- Interactive Q&A with the presenter
- Certificate of completion
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes. Participants who attend the live webinar will receive a certificate of completion following the training.
Certificates will be emailed within 2 business days after the webinar.
What if I need technical help?
If you experience issues accessing Zoom or have questions before or during the webinar, please contact:
Our team will be available to assist participants throughout the event.
Can I share my Zoom link or registration with someone else?
No. Each registration is valid for one participant only.
Your Zoom link is personalized to your registration and cannot be shared or transferred. Anyone wishing to attend must register separately to receive their own secure access link.
Unauthorized sharing of registration credentials or Zoom links may result in removal from the webinar without refund.
What is the refund policy?
This webinar follows Head Start California's standard event cancellation and refund policy.
- Full refund (less a $30 administrative fee): Cancellations received 30 or more days before the event.
- 50% refund: Cancellations received 15–29 days before the event.
- No refunds: Cancellations received 14 days or fewer before the event.
Please visit our Event Policies page for complete details.
Who should attend?
This webinar is designed for:
- Executive Directors
- Program Directors
- Managers and Supervisors
- Coordinators and Team Leaders
- Human Resources professionals
- Emerging leaders
- Anyone responsible for leading teams through organizational change
What will I learn?
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand why people respond differently to change.
- Communicate change with clarity and confidence.
- Reduce resistance and build trust during transitions.
- Keep teams engaged through periods of uncertainty.
- Lead organizational change in ways that strengthen workplace culture and employee resilience.
Why is this training relevant for Head Start?
Head Start programs regularly experience change—from new initiatives and regulations to staffing transitions and organizational improvements. Strong change leadership helps teams adapt, maintain engagement, and continue providing high-quality services to children and families.
This webinar provides practical leadership strategies that can be immediately applied to support successful change within your program.
