Embodied Presence
Leadership Training in Social Activism
March 2 to May 25, 2022
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM (MST)
Description
How can we become more impactful leaders in social justice and activism? What are the attitudes and practices necessary to step into our roles as leaders for our community? This intensive 13-week leadership training program will introduce lessons in self-awareness and shifts in practitudes that would prepare us for the work in making our communities more equitable and just.
Fee
$200-$400 for 13 sessions
Moderator
Samantha Joo, PhD.
Facilitators (Click HERE for bio)
Elizabeth Burg
Brenda Herrera Moreno
Required Work
Please read the material before the meeting, attend weekly zoom meetings, and share your thoughts, drawings, photos, or videos based on the weekly activities
Recommended Textbook (provided for free to participants)
Embodied Presence: Redefining Leadership for Social Activism
Format (via Zoom)
20 mins - Topic discussion between moderator and facilitator
30 mins - Small group discussion
10 mins - Recap
Activity and Sharing (to be done at your pace in your home)
Schedule of Topics
I. Introduction to Leadership
II. Self Shift
Owning Our Identities - Self-Esteem Redefined
Coming into Our Passions - Purpose Redefined
Reformulating Our Faith - Hope Redefined
Evaluating Our Narratives - Values Redefined
Leaning into Our Strengths - Gifts Redefined
Challenging Our Expectations - Vision Redefined
III. Attitude/Practice Shift
Confronting Our Fears- Courage Redefined
Growing Our Patience and Resilience - Perseverance Redefined
Preserving Ourselves - Self-Care Redefined
IV. Perception Shift
Seeking Our Influence - Power Redefined
Listening to Our Present - Presence Redefined
V. Conclusion