Education (PDF)
In today’s society the expectations of the role of school administrators and teachers include being programme leaders, disciplinarians, managers, problem-solvers, mentors, fundraisers, public relations experts, fiscal managers and visionaries. In short, schools are responsible for a solar system of needs involving students, parents, the community at large, the school board bureaucracy as well as government departments. The educational status quo is changing and research demonstrates clearly that strong leaders are the key to highly successful schools. Anima Leadership has a long history of working in the education sector and offers leadership development opportunities (ALIVE programme), anti-discrimination and equity trainings, programs for youth, as well as custom-designed trainings.
Programs
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ALIVE Programme for Educational Leaders
The Anima Leading with Integrity, Vision and Effectiveness (ALIVE) Program for Educational Leaders is a comprehensive 2-5 day training which will help develop school leaders who are able to thrive in the complexity of current educational environments…
For information on the ALIVE Program for Educational Leaders.
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Brown Book: Using Storytelling to Combat Racism
This award-winning program using storytelling to introduce educators to foundational equity and anti-racism concepts has been highly successful in many diverse national and international contexts over the last 5 years…
For information on the Brown Book: Using Storytelling to Combat Racism.
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Equity and Diversity Institute
Years of experience and insight have gone into developing this unique and hopeful 2-day training, for those who want to take their diversity and equity work to another level. We integrate anti-racism with emotional intelligence and conflict resolution in order to create more inclusive educational organizations and environments…
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Custom-designed Programmes
Anima Leadership specializes in custom-designing both short and long-term programs in the education sector. We are adept at working in politically sensitive environments and navigating conflictual situations.
“It is said that, “A great leader is someone people choose to follow to places that they wouldn’t go themselves.” Shakil Choudhury is such a leader. He creates an environment where people feel comfortable critically analyzing their attitudes and behaviours.... Many staff and students tell me that Shakil’s presentations have changed how they view the world...”
Nazneen Dindar, Vice Principal, Durham District School Board and former Equity, Diversity and Race Relations Facilitator for the DDSB
“Teaching...emerges from one's inwardness, for better or worse. When I do not know myself, I cannot know who my students are... and when I cannot see them clearly, I cannot teach them well.”
Parker Palmer, Renowned teacher and author of The Courage to Teach and other works
