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Reflecting on my Leadership and Youth Engagement. Currently, I find myself at a pivotal moment where my leadership is being tested. I’m faced with tough, uncomfortable decisions that could have significant implications for many individuals, and I often worry about being perceived as the one who stands in the way of opportunities that could change lives. Navigating who truly deserves these opportunities and who should be in the room is a challenging aspect of leadership. It forces me to confront difficult questions while also striving to build a supportive environment for young leaders. I sometimes feel like I'm walking a tightrope, balancing the expectations of my team and the necessity of making hard calls. As a young leader, I want to ensure that my hard work—and that of my peers—is recognized and rewarded. However, it’s disheartening to see some individuals become complacent, assuming they will be granted opportunities without demonstrating the effort required. I find myself in a position where I must enforce standards, and as a result, I occasionally come off as the "bad guy." I know that some may view my decisions as holding back opportunities, but I am committed to fostering a culture of merit and dedication. I acknowledge that this journey isn’t easy and can often feel complicated. Ultimately, my goal is to make choices that I can be proud of—decisions that will leave a meaningful legacy. I don’t seek validation from others; instead, I aim to uphold my own standards and values. As we approach COP16, I reflect on how crucial it is for us to elevate the voices of young leaders and create a platform for genuine engagement. I invite everyone to join us for the 4th #YouthForum happening in less than 38days from now, December 5th to 7th https://lnkd.in/eR724H4d This event embodies our commitment to fostering meaningful discussions and empowering youth to take an active role in shaping our collective future. And if you are genuinely interested in volunteering and contributing to building the youth movement within the UNCCD—without the expectation of being supervised or assigned tasks—please reach out. Together, we can achieve so much as a collective force. Let’s connect and work towards a brighter future for our communities and the planet. Thank you, and I look forward to speaking with you all soon! #Youth4Land

My latest column in The West Australian on diversity within Australian boards. To add to my thoughts below, I would argue there needs to be more transparency and visibility of what being appointed to, and being on a board really means. It’s been an aspiration of mine for a long time, primarily because some mentors and role models of mine had shone a light on what was behind the curtain, and had encouraged me to pursue it in my career journey. I would argue, however, that there are a lot of people out there (and women especially - even more so if they don’t have an accounting or law degree) that wouldn’t have even considered it as an option. Yet they should be - great leadership and governance on boards really does make a huge difference to organisations, and even our society and culture. #boardleadership #boardculture #organisationalculture #womenonboards #boarddiversity

"Empowering the youth is investing in the future. 🌟 Let's celebrate the energy, innovation, and potential of our young leaders. Happy Youth Day! 💙 #YouthDay #EmpowerYouth #FutureLeaders #InspireChange #YouthEmpowerment #MakeADifference #DreamBig #TransformTomorrow" #YouthDay #EmpowerYouth #FutureLeaders #ChangeMakers #InspireTheNextGen #YouthEmpowerment #TransformTheWorld #YouthForChange #DreamBelieveAchieve #IgnitePotential #MakeADifference"

I like this news very much. And can say that my small experience of jointly leading an organisation with the powerhouse that is Victoria Barlow has been overwhelmingly positive - both for the business and me as an individual (can't speak for Vic but hope she feels the same 😬). When I first started toying with the idea of finding a business partner, a few people questioned the logic - isn't it better for you to remain the boss and to grow the team beneath you? Why would you want to share what you've worked so hard to build? One person said my ego would regret it. 🤯 They were all wrong. Sharing power and decision-making. Sharing risk and reward. Sharing rants and laughs. Co-leading Agenda hasn't reduced my portion of the pie, it has enhanced it. So I'll be cheerleading ActionAid and its co-chief executives from the sidelines and looking forward to seeing the positive impact of this decision. And if anyone else is thinking about introducing co-leadership roles to their organisation and would like to talk through the pros and cons, I'd be happy to share my experiences, if helpful.

Quality of Life Framework It also includes two cross-cutting lenses, which are applied across all the domains in the framework: 1 Fairness and inclusion lens 2 Sustainability and resilience lens To learn more: Statistics Canada https://lnkd.in/eHemVrUn. #leadership #inclusion #resilience

After extensive research and collaboration, Equal Measures 2030 has launched the "Closing Gaps, Opening Doors: Promoting Inclusive Data Collection for Girls’ and Young Women’s Leadership and Participation" study today in Geneva. This research, supported by The Social Investment Consultancy (TSIC) sheds light on the gaps in data surrounding girls’ and young women’s (GYW) leadership. It identifies the barriers in resource, institutional, policy, societal, and cultural that hinder data collection and #GYW participation in leadership roles. Download the report here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eZ9YTiCG #GYWLeadership #InclusiveData #GenderEquality #Empowerment #TSIC #EM2030

It's been great working with The Social Investment Consultancy (TSIC) on this important piece of research highlighting the barriers girls and young women are facing in leadership and data representation. Learn more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/eCXPg_Wu #GYW #GenderData #DataGaps #SheLeads

In my experience, BIPOC leaders & employees working in fields that require mandatory credentials are often equally or better qualified than their non-BIPOC peers. See more HERE: https://lnkd.in/e6-RFA2v #diversityandinclusion #antiracism #systemicdiscrimination #workplaceculture

WHAT’S YOUR IMPACT ? 😳⤵️ What have we achieved during our time on this earth? 🌍 This is an essential reflection that everyone should ponder. 💭 The imprints we leave on this planet are not limited solely to our visible actions but also to the influence we exert on others and the environment. 🌱 It's time to view our stay on earth as an opportunity to leave a positive legacy, to contribute to collective well-being, and to preserve our planet for future generations. 🌟 What values, ideals, and initiatives do we want to pass on? 🌿 It's up to us to decide today, as our legacy will be our mark in the history of humanity. 🚀 📸 : with my team of KOYEBA KOLUKA 🇨🇬 #PositiveImpact #EnvironmentalStewardship #CollectiveWellbeing #FutureGenerations #ValuesTransmission #HumanityHistory #Vision #Mindset #Values #Photooftheday #energy #leadership #motivation #partages #humanitarian #experience #youth #chezmoiaucongo #brazzaville #G100 #Diversity #Inclusion

Happy International Youth Day! 🌟🎉🌐 Today, we celebrate the incredible energy, creativity, and resilience of young people around the world. Youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the innovators, change-makers, and voices of today. In a world full of challenges, the youth remind us that the future is full of hope, and the possibilities are endless when we harness the power of their ideas and aspirations. Let’s continue to support and empower young people to dream big, challenge the status quo, and take action to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and just world. Whether it's through education, advocacy, or simply being a voice for those who cannot speak, every young person has the power to make a difference. Today, let's commit to listening to their ideas, amplifying their voices, and working together to create a future where everyone can thrive. Here's to the youth, the heartbeat of progress! 💪🌍 #InternationalYouthDay #YouthEmpowerment #LeadersOfToday #ShapingTheFuture #YouthVoices #GenerationChange #InspiringYouth #GlobalYouth #YouthLeadership #YoungInnovators #FutureInOurHands #YouthForChange #YouthMatters #TechnicalCoreEngineers #Tce #Tecoreng