Voices of Impact | Ep. 5: Raising Resilience: Leadership That Changes Communities

Описание: In this episode, Alana sits down with Nicola Myers Gardere, a dedicated educator and advocate whose leadership journey is rooted in resilience, service, and community empowerment.

Nicola shares her personal story and reflects on how being raised in a family that valued responsibility and service shaped her approach to leadership in education. She speaks openly about the importance of humanizing educational systems and creating meaningful, lasting impact for students and communities.

The conversation explores restorative practices in education, the balance between empathy and accountability, and why leadership is about responsibility and action, not titles. Nicola also discusses the realities leaders face, the importance of listening to those they serve, and being honest about the challenges that come with leading during difficult times.

You’ll hear about:
-Resilient leadership in education
-Restorative practices and accountability
-Human-centered systems and community impact
-Leading with purpose during challenging times

If you’re an educator, leader, or advocate navigating uncertainty, this conversation offers insight and encouragement.

Resources:
https://nicolamyersgardere.com/
https://www.myersgarderefoundation.org/
https://blackseedspublishing.com/prod...

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