Phillips: Create and hold a vision of ideal community
What are key competencies for leadership in racial equity, civic engagement and community change?
INTRODUCTION
“In today’s ever-changing world, successful leaders must have the skills required to understand and leverage diversity in a way that transcends boundaries and fosters civic engagement for the common good.” see the full discussion...
CONTRIBUTORS
I think that the vital set of leadership competencies for achieving real improved community outcomes includes:
- Conflict negotiation skills
- Communication skills, to include public media skills
- Perseverance
- Financial knowledge
- Impeccable integrity
- Multilingual skills
- Honesty and truth-telling
- Creativity
- Street credibility
- Ability to create and hold a vision of ideal community