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The Social Change Model of Leadership. Stacey Malaret, Ed.D. University of Central Florida Student Leadership Development Office. Defining the Social Change Model.
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The Social Change Model of Leadership Stacey Malaret, Ed.D. University of Central Florida Student Leadership Development Office
Defining the Social Change Model • “Leadership is ultimately about change, and effective leaders are those who are able to affect positive change on behalf of others and society.” (Higher Education Research Institute, 1996, p.10) • Change is the ultimate goal of the creative process of leadership- to make a better world and a better society for self and others.” (HERI,p.21) ”How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” -ANNE FRANK
History of Social Change • Women’s Rights Movement • Civil Rights • Native American Rights
Social Change Model Core Competencies Change yourself • Engage in self-understanding in order to develop meaningful personal goals. • Explore the role of spirituality in one’s own life. • Practice effective communication. • Engage in activities that enhance physical, psychological and emotional health. Change your community • Understand and appreciate human differences. • Develop open, honest and meaningful relationships based on mutual respect. • Identify and strengthen moral convictions. Change your world • Act with integrity. • Serve as responsible citizens.
The 7 C’s of Social Change • Citizenship • Collaboration • Common Purpose • Controversy with Civility • Consciousness of Self • Congruence • Commitment
Why get involved in social change • Creates Opportunity • Action Oriented • Adds Value • Student’s change, so why not change with them!
Examples of Social Change Model at UCF • Sustainability Projects • Knights Helping Knights (Pantry) • 24 Hour Study Space • Light Pollution • Final Exam Study Day
Senior Social Change initiatives • Civic Groups • Rotary Club • Lions Club • Homeowners Associations/Boards • Alumni Associations • Non-profit Boards • Faith Based Groups • Senior Corps -Foster Grandparent Program -Senior Companion Program -RSVP
Real Life examples • Uganda Project • Pink Gloves
Future ideas for SCM…What are your thoughts? • What are the needs in the UCF or Orlando that should be addressed? • What has been done to address these needs? • What resources do you or your organizations need to make change happen?