Open Education leaders often adopt Servant Leadership, prioritizing serving others. Despite its fulfillment, this commitment can be draining. Leaders may neglect self-care. To empower current and future leaders, cultivating self-awareness is crucial. This involves understanding personal values and leadership identity. Participants will engage in exercises exploring values, vocational aspirations, and strategies for maintaining well-being while supporting others. The session will address financial sustainability and supporting team members in resource-constrained environments. Above all, it will guide leaders to align their practices with their values, fostering ethical leadership in open education.
Attendees of this session will be able to:- Participants will assess and articulate their leadership values in open education through reflective exercises and group discussions, gaining clarity on how these values shape their leadership style and decision-making processes.
- Participants will acquire practical strategies for maintaining personal well-being and supporting their team members and organizations. Techniques for managing emotional labor, avoiding burnout, and fostering resilience will be explored, particularly in challenging or low-resourced environments.
- Participants will develop insights into leading authentically and aligning with their values. They will learn to integrate personal values into decision-making, communication, and team management. Through interactive activities and case studies, they will enhance their understanding of providing effective and ethically grounded leadership in service to others and the organization.
