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# WKKF Community Leadership Network

With the Center for Creative Leadership

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## Posts

- [News](https://wkkfcln.org/news/)
- [Class Four Museum Reflections](https://wkkfcln.org/class-four-museum-reflections/)
- [Three-Month Reflections](https://wkkfcln.org/three-month-reflections/)
- [Redefining Leadership in Uncertain Times](https://wkkfcln.org/redefining-leadership-in-uncertain-times/)
- [Trust as a Leadership Practice](https://wkkfcln.org/trust-as-a-leadership-practice/)
- [Working Across Communities for Families and Children](https://wkkfcln.org/working-across-communities/)
- [Building Together: Reflections from Battle Creek](https://wkkfcln.org/building-together-reflections-from-battle-creek/)
- [Leaning on Each Other to Lead Together](https://wkkfcln.org/leaning-on-each-other-to-lead-together/)
- [Welcoming Class Four to Battle Creek, Michigan!](https://wkkfcln.org/welcoming-class-four-to-battle-creek-michigan/)
- [Announcing the Class Four Fellows](https://wkkfcln.org/class-four-announcement/)
- [Local Leaders, Global Impact: The Global Fellows Network](https://wkkfcln.org/local-leaders-global-impact-the-global-fellows-network/)
- [Problems, Polarities and Possibilities](https://wkkfcln.org/problems-polarities-and-possibilities/)
- [Let's Talk About Trust](https://wkkfcln.org/lets-talk-about-trust/)
- [Class Three Fellowship Reflections](https://wkkfcln.org/class-three-fellowship-reflections/)
- [Leading Across Differences](https://wkkfcln.org/leading-across-differences/) - Leading across differences is the capability to create direction, alignment and commitment across boundaries in service of a higher vision or goal. True change for children and families requires this capability because the complex issues facing our communities are multifaceted, impacting multiple stakeholders.
- [Understanding Power and Influence](https://wkkfcln.org/understanding-power-and-influence/) - Leadership can manifest as the combination of power and influence. As leaders committed to systemic change, the effective and responsible deployment of power and influence is central to addressing the needs of children and families.
- [Mississippi Is … Self-determined](https://wkkfcln.org/mississippi-is-self-determined/)
- [The Power of Networks](https://wkkfcln.org/the-power-of-networks/)
- [The Only Constant Is Change](https://wkkfcln.org/the-only-constant-is-change/) - As leaders work to improve conditions for children and families in communities, the only constant is change.n nChange can be scary and complicated, not only for leaders themselves, but also for the communities they serve. The goal of effective leadership is to lead through that change in a collaborative and responsive way.
- [Managing Conflict with Care and Intention](https://wkkfcln.org/managing-conflict-with-care-and-intention/) - In the realm of human interaction, conflict is unavoidable. n nAs leaders, however, the ways we elect to manage conflict can be the difference between collaboration or collapse.
- [Burning Bright, Not Burning Out](https://wkkfcln.org/burning-bright-not-burning-out/) - Developing an effective, empowering and impactful leadership practice requires prioritizing deep rest and recovery. Before our communities can be well, we, ourselves, must model that wellness. Fellows were asked to reflect upon their self-care practices and how they can ensure they are burning brightly, not burning out.
- [Values in Leadership](https://wkkfcln.org/values-in-leadership/)
- [Feedback Is a Gift](https://wkkfcln.org/feedback-is-a-gift/) - The word “feedback” can often provoke negative feelings, like fear or defensiveness. However, feedback is a gift that we can offer to ourselves and to the people in our communities.
- [It Takes a Village to Support a Leader](https://wkkfcln.org/it-takes-a-village-to-support-a-leader/) - As the old African proverb says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” This is also true in developing impactful leaders; it requires an entire ecosystem of support.
- [Leadership As A Social Process](https://wkkfcln.org/leadership-as-a-social-process/)
- [Fellows Journey Reflections, Six Months In](https://wkkfcln.org/fellows-journey-reflections-six-months-in/)
- [Living History](https://wkkfcln.org/living-history/)
- [Welcome to Battle Creek, Michigan!](https://wkkfcln.org/welcome-to-battle-creek-michigan/)
- [Cooperative Planning, Intelligent Study and Group Action](https://wkkfcln.org/cooperative-planning-intelligent-study-and-group-action/)
- [Journeying Together](https://wkkfcln.org/journeying-together-accountability-partners/)
- [Meet Class Three Fellows](https://wkkfcln.org/meet-class-three-fellows/)
- [A Call for Unity, Compassion and Justice](https://wkkfcln.org/rev-herring-solidarity/) - In this talk, Rev. Alvin Herring shares stories, reminds us to breathe, and helps us see each other and recognize our individual and collective power.
- [Class Two Reunites In-person in New Orleans](https://wkkfcln.org/class-two-reunites-in-person-in-new-orleans/)
- [We Belong in Solidarity](https://wkkfcln.org/we-belong-in-solidarity/) - WKKF Community Leadership Network fellows talk about the importance of truthful conversations and accountability to help us heal from the effects of racism.
- [Leading Across Differences: Mississippi Flag](https://wkkfcln.org/leading-across-differences-mississippi-flag/) - WKKF Community Leadership Network fellows from Mississippi reflect on the long road to finally changing the Mississippi state flag.
- [Understanding Identities for Deeper Connections](https://wkkfcln.org/understanding-identities-deeper-connections/)
- [Reflections on the Fellowship](https://wkkfcln.org/reflections-on-the-fellowship/)
- [Reena's Leadership Journey](https://wkkfcln.org/reena-leadership-journey/) - Reena Evers-Everette shares about her leadership journey and how she is carrying forward the legacy of the civil rights movement and of her parents Medgar and Myrlie Evers.
- [A Youthful Perspective on our Future](https://wkkfcln.org/youthful-intergenerational-perspective-on-future/) - Young leaders inspire the WKKF Community Leadership Network fellows with their stories of activism and mobilization to advance racial justice.
- [Hurricane Katrina Lessons for COVID-19](https://wkkfcln.org/hurricane-katrina-lessons-for-covid-19/) - WKKF Community Leadership Network fellows with the New Orleans cohort talk about how they’re tackling the challenge of the Covid-19 pandemic head on and applying lessons from Hurricane Katrina.
- [Indigenous Land Acknowledgements](https://wkkfcln.org/indigenous-land-acknowledgements/) - Drawing from her experience as a Native person and professional, Carly Bad Heart Bull educates on the importance of Indigenous land acknowledgements.
- [Leading with Racial Equity](https://wkkfcln.org/leading-with-racial-equity/) - WKKF President and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron's keynote address explores what it means to reshape systems, how we can create lasting change, and more.
- [New Mexico Fellows Build Cross-Cultural Movement](https://wkkfcln.org/new-mexico-fellows-build-cross-cultural-movement/) - New Mexico fellows Anpao Duta Flying Earth, Kay Bounkeua, Pamelya Herndon and Michael Casaus are leading transformational change in New Mexico.
- [Ready For This Moment](https://wkkfcln.org/ready-for-this-moment/) - During a WKKF Community Leadership Network virtual gathering, fellows explored the importance of leadership and connection in moments of crisis.
- [New Mexico Youth Speak Out](https://wkkfcln.org/youth-speak-out/) - A diverse panel of young people inspired us all with their powerful stories of self-determination and advocacy for their communities.
- [Mississippi Fellows Advance Racial Justice](https://wkkfcln.org/mississippi-fellows-advance-racial-justice/) - WKKF Community Leadership Network fellows in Mississippi share how they are leading transformational change in their communities.
- [Juneteenth: Poetry by Fellow Jasmin Barnett](https://wkkfcln.org/juneteenth/) - Poem by WKKF Community Leadership Network fellow, Jasmin Barnett.
- [Why Self-care Is Essential to Leadership](https://wkkfcln.org/self-care-leadership/) - The ability to tap into one’s best self under pressure is what often sets great leaders apart.
- [What Every Leader Needs to Know](https://wkkfcln.org/trust-paul-martinez/)
- [Coming Home to Self and Each Other](https://wkkfcln.org/coming-home-to-self-and-each-other/) - Dr. Denese Shervington, clinical professor of psychiatry, defines self care as "coming home to our true self, as true as we can be in any present moment."
- [Avery's Fellowship Journey](https://wkkfcln.org/averys-fellowship-journey/) - The WKKF Community Leadership Network fellowship is deepening Avery's leadership skills to support youth in reconnecting with their culture as Pueblo people.
- [Tinesia Conwright: A Fellow's Journey](https://wkkfcln.org/tinesia-conwright-fellows-journey/) - The WKKF Community Leadership Network experience is helping Tinesia better serve girls of color in her community of San Diego, California and beyond.
- [Transformational Change Begins in Battle Creek](https://wkkfcln.org/battle-creek-video/) - The Class Two fellows of the WKKF Community Leadership Network with the Center for Creative Leadership began their leadership journey in Battle Creek, Michigan in March of 2019.
- [Are You Building an Ecosystem?](https://wkkfcln.org/building-ecosystems/) - When we recognize the intersectionality of our own work with numerous other social movements, we can create transformational change.
- [A Story of Community Self-Determination](https://wkkfcln.org/chicano-park/) - Chicano Park is a story of community self-determination, in which local people united to turn tragedy into triumph and reclaim their Chicano heritage.
- [Chicano Park: Fellows Reflections](https://wkkfcln.org/chicano-park-fellows-reflections/) - “This is a place – almost a temple – where we can come together, listen to each other, make peace with each other, and stand in solidarity with one another.”
- [Ten Elements of Movement Building](https://wkkfcln.org/elements-movement-building/) - What defines a social movement? How does a movement gain power?
- [Meet the Fellows](https://wkkfcln.org/meet-the-fellows/) - Get to know 80 dynamic leaders from across the country.
- [Six Skills of Active Listening](https://wkkfcln.org/six-skills-of-active-listening/) - Here are six practices to become a better listener.
- [A Model for Giving Feedback](https://wkkfcln.org/a-model-for-giving-feedback/) - One of the most important skills for any leader is the ability to give effective feedback.
- [Are You Biased?](https://wkkfcln.org/implicit-bias-article/) - We all have implicit biases – and we all have the capacity to make change within ourselves, at our workplaces and in our communities.
- [The WKKF DNA](https://wkkfcln.org/the-wkkf-dna/) - Leadership is not only a behavior, it’s a process and a practice. All of us can be leaders and take steps toward a more equitable future.
- [What Is Effective Leadership?](https://wkkfcln.org/what-is-effective-leadership/) - A formula for effective leadership is to ensure that direction, alignment and commitment are present.

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- [Meet The Fellows - NOLA](https://wkkfcln.org/meet-the-fellows-nola/)
- [Meet The Fellows - NM](https://wkkfcln.org/meet-the-fellows-nm/)
- [Meet The Fellows - Mississippi](https://wkkfcln.org/meet-the-fellows-ms/)
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- [Fellowship](https://wkkfcln.org/home/program/)
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- [Meet Past Fellows](https://wkkfcln.org/past-fellows/)
- [WKKF Community Leader Applicant Toolkit](https://wkkfcln.org/toolkit/)
- [Home](https://wkkfcln.org/home/) - This innovative fellowship supports local leaders to connect, grow and lead transformational change toward a society where all children thrive.
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- [Program (Class 4 Draft)](https://wkkfcln.org/home/program-class-4-draft/)
- [Home (Class 4 Draft)](https://wkkfcln.org/home-class-4-draft/) - This innovative fellowship supports local leaders to connect, grow and lead transformational change toward a society where all children thrive.
- [Community Leadership Network Blog](https://wkkfcln.org/community-leadership-network-blog/)
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- [Fellows - Mississippi](https://wkkfcln.org/fellows-mississippi/)
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