In this paper from Inclusion Press the authors introduce the work exploring leadership in Person-Centred Planning by explaining that…
‘Leadership doesn’t require a position of authority. Anyone practices leadership when they mobilize people to face tough challenges together by keeping what is essential, discarding what no longer serves highest purpose, & learning new ways to adapt & thrive…
…Leadership practices include… … reaching out to people with different interests & points of view, listening deeply, & speaking with compassion & courage. …sticking with difficult conversations when there are disconnects & tensions between stated values & people’s actual experience. …noticing & letting go of pressures to avoid the work & time necessary to meet the challenge. …engaging in cycles of action & reflection to discover what more is possible…’ continue reading HERE.