Children and Authentic Leadership
Marynciana Adema
Creative Digital Storyteller | Freelance Journalist | | Gender Equality Advocate | Events & Fashion Show Producer | Fashion Model
As the world evolves, the need for authentic leadership continues to grow. Authentic leadership is about being true to oneself, leading with purpose, and being accountable for one's actions. This is a critical skill that we need to instill in our children from an early age. Mosinya Nyaberi, PhD , a leadership expert, is the epitome of nurturing young minds into authentic leadership.
Involving children in Authentic Leadership is critical, especially at this age and time. Empowering children to take ownership of their lives, decisions, and actions can help them develop into strong, confident, and authentic leaders.
Renowned world leaders have also championed authentic leadership in young children. Nelson Mandela once said, "Our children are our greatest treasure. They are our future. Those who abuse them tear at the fabric of our society and weaken our nation." Similarly, Michelle Obama believes that "we should never underestimate the power of our voices or the power of our stories, especially when we're talking to our kids."
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Chief Justice Emeritus David Maraga, in his speech at the launch of the powerful book, 'Authentic Leadership Lessons' by Mosinya Nyaberi, PhD also emphasized the need to encourage a reading culture in young children. He believes that many young Kenyans are lost due to poor parenting and upbringing. He challenged parents to be more involved in their children's lives if they are to be future leaders.
Conclusively, involving children in authentic leadership is crucial to their development and the future of our society. As parents, teachers, and mentors, we have a responsibility to nurture and empower our children to become authentic leaders. Dr. Mosinya Nyaberi's book, "Authentic Leadership Lessons," is an excellent resource for parents, educators, and anyone interested in developing their leadership skills. Let's take action and inspire the next generation of authentic leaders.