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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]International Institute For Global Leadership\"\"<\/strong><\/span>
\n Issue #297 *September 2026<\/strong><\/span>
\n www.global-leadership.com<\/strong><\/span>
\n Asheville, NC USA<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Guest Editorial
\n<\/strong><\/span>Emotional Intelligence Master Class Recap
\nUdeme Idem (Nigeria\/USA)
\nDemsydem08@gmail.com<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Recently, I had the privilege of hosting Kathleen Oweegon (USA), Founder of Bridges of Peace and IIGL Corresponding Secretary and Mentor; Oweegon@bridgesofpeace.com for an IIGL Master Class on Emotional Intelligence in leadership.<\/span><\/p>\n

One line she said still rings in my mind: \u201cThe people we lead don’t just follow us; they imitate us. Whether we realize it or not.\u201d That reframes everything. Leadership isn’t only about the decisions we make in front of people. It’s about the habits we model when we think no one’s paying attention to the modeling part.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kathleen walked us through the five elements of emotional intelligence, but the one that hit hardest was her description of self-regulation as a kind of internal radar. Reading the shift in someone’s tone. Noticing the look in their eyes change mid-conversation. Catching, in real time, whether what you’re doing is actually landing or quietly making things worse. That’s not a skill you pick up from a slide deck. It’s built through paying attention, over and over, in moments most people rush past.<\/span><\/p>\n

She also said something I wasn’t expecting from a leadership talk: \u201cEmpathy is not weakness.\u201d In a moment where that idea is getting louder in a lot of rooms, she was direct about naming it as one of the most important things that makes us effective as leaders and as people. And she gave us a filter worth carrying into every hard conversation: before you speak, \u201cask if it’s kind, if it’s true, if it’s necessary, and if it improves on the silence.\u201d<\/span>
\nAs she put it herself, \u201cemotional intelligence isn’t about never feeling. It’s about understanding your emotions and using them to create connection, purpose, and impact.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

I left the session with one action item, not five. That’s the whole point. Real growth doesn’t come from overhauling everything at once. It comes from picking the one place you’re weakest and building a small, deliberate habit around it.<\/span><\/p>\n

IIGL will have this Master Class available on the IIGL You Tube channel in September!<\/span><\/p>\n

(Udeme is the IIGL Board Vice President and an IIGL Graduate).<\/span><\/p>\n

What Others Are Saying<\/span><\/strong>
\nYosif Elobeid (Sudan\/Morocco)<\/span>
\nwamyosif@gmail.com<\/span><\/p>\n

What I Learned!<\/span><\/strong>
\nOne of the most inspiring books I\u2019ve read so far in IIGL, is \u201cHow to Win Friends and Influence People.\u201d By reading this book and writing my review I improved my communication skills and built stronger relationships. I understand now that true leadership is built on respect, empathy and trust. I am truly grateful to IIGL for this learning!<\/span><\/p>\n

(Yosif is a Level One Student).<\/span><\/p>\n

What our Students are Reading<\/span><\/strong>
\nLeadership 101 (Ebook)<\/span>
\nA comprehensive guide offering practical frameworks to enhance leadership abilities, covering vision-building, legacy creation, influence development and trust building through mentoring and self-discipline.<\/span><\/p>\n

IIGL Students, Graduates\/Board Members In Action<\/span><\/strong>
\nIIGL President Emeritus Offers Dream Forge in September!<\/span>
\nVivian Muciri (Kenya); Muciri.Vivian@gmail.com shared:<\/span>
\nI remember the days I used to be extremely good at execution and quietly unsure what I am executing toward. Most of us are in this space, we call it hustle and we hit the numbers. Despite that somewhere around 11pm on a Sunday they wonder why none of it feels like theirs. By the end of the day the auto success doesn\u2019t match the inner experience of accomplishment. Most of the time the goals we work towards we abandon due to external pressure, most of our dreams remain in the realm of possibility and may never become reality or a component you may actually actualize. That is not a discipline problem. It is a design problem. Nobody hands us a framework to build a life. We might have one for business, career and only sometimes we can stumble in one for building a life.<\/span>
\nFrom Experience We built one.<\/span>
\nDream Forge: Design your future forge your Legacy<\/span>
\nDream Forge is a 6-week Transformative Modular Workbook Experience.<\/span>
\nWith Five pillars:<\/span>
\n1. Clarity & Purpose.<\/span>
\n2. Mindset Mastery.<\/span>
\n3. Strategic Design for life, business and legacy.<\/span>
\n4. Practical Tools.<\/span>
\n5. Community & Accountability.<\/span>
\nThe classes are once per week. Starting 4th September, 2026.<\/span>
\nOnline Classes are on Tuesday or Thursday (8:00 – 9:00 PM EAT)<\/span>
\nPhysical Classes are on Saturday (10:00 – 11:00 AM EAT)<\/span>
\nIf you have been building someone else’s blueprint, this is the six weeks you stop, and forge yours.<\/span>
\nTo register follow the link: https:\/\/forms.gle\/oc7ZMrjHFrjKdgSH7<\/span><\/p>\n

Valuable Resources for Personal and Planetary Transformation<\/span><\/strong>
\nShe Belongs<\/span><\/strong>
\nShebelongs.org<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe #SheBelongs Soccer Project is a long-term program of bonding events and competitions to engage communities of refugee and non-refugee girls through soccer in the USA and around the world. Through this program we break down gender equality walls and create a safe, empowering space for these girls. In doing so they:<\/span>
\nFoster true belonging.<\/span>
\nImprove emotional well-being.<\/span>
\nEmpower girls to reach their fullest potential as athletes, wage-earners, and citizens.<\/span><\/p>\n

News<\/span><\/strong>
\nIIGL Book Challenge Continues until October 31, 2026<\/span><\/strong>
\nAll IIGL students are encouraged to participate! Contact Deb Rosen at Drosen2@wi.rr.com for more details!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Help IIGL Recruit New Students!<\/span><\/strong>
\nFeel free to share this newsletter or just this poster with your friends, family, co-workers and colleagues to help IIGL continue to grow and flourish globally! Thank you to those who have referred others!<\/span><\/p>\n

IIGL Book Sales Continue…<\/span><\/strong>
\nThe IIGL Board of Directors shared that the IIGL book, \u201cCreating Your Path Through Leadership\u201d book sales continue to provide a Royalty payment to IIGL each month. It has also helped new potential donors understand more about IIGL! The book is available both on Kindle and in Paperback on Amazon.com! Check it out! Here’s the link: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s\/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

Meet Our New Students<\/span><\/strong>
\nWe had 2 new students this month.<\/span><\/p>\n

Jepto Keter (Kenya)<\/span><\/strong>
\nEvery morning, before the city of Nairobi completely wakes up and the streets fill with the hum of traffic, I take a moment to look at my reflection. My name is Jepto, and I am a sales lady. To some, sales is merely a transaction; a simple exchange of goods or services for currency. But to me, sales is an art form rooted deeply in human connection, psychology, and unyielding resilience. My journey into this profession was not accidental; it was a path forged by my natural inclination toward understanding people and my desire to build bridges between what people need and how those needs can be met. Growing up, I was always fascinated by the bustling markets and the vibrant energy of traders.<\/span><\/p>\n

Damola Owolabi (Nigeria)<\/span><\/strong>
\nI am a Civil Engineering graduate, digital marketer, and lifelong learner who is passionate about leadership, innovation, and creating opportunities that positively impact individuals and communities. My academic journey in Civil Engineering provided me with a strong foundation in analytical thinking, problem-solving, planning, and project management. It taught me the value of discipline, resilience, and approaching challenges with a structured and solution-oriented mindset.<\/span><\/p>\n

To view complete profiles, Click Here<\/span><\/p>\n

Student Progress<\/span><\/strong>
\nWe had 11 students from 8 countries complete a total of 15 books in August. These students were from Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sudan and Uganda.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nyagblordzro Moses (Ghana)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* Keys to Success<\/span>
\nJepto Keter (Kenya)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* As a Man Thinketh<\/span>
\n* Jonathan Livingston Seagull<\/span>
\nEdward S. Miaway Sr. (Liberia)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* How to Win Friends and Influence People<\/span>
\n* Keys to Success<\/span>
\nImane Echchikhi (Morocco)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* PsychoCybernetics<\/span>
\nGhizlane Rhamouni (Morocco)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* Awaken the Giant Within<\/span>
\nAkuyoma Vera Ikeriugwo (Nigeria)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* PsychoCybernetics<\/span>
\nDamola Owolabi (Nigeria)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* As a Man Thinketh<\/span>
\n* Jonathan Livingston Seagull<\/span>
\nAjeigbe Aremu Jimi Rexford (Nigeria)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* Go Pro<\/span>
\nErasmus Rwinkesha (Rwanda)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* The 360 Degree Leader<\/span>
\nKhaled Omer (Sudan)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* PsychoCybernetics<\/span>
\nRwot Isaac (Uganda)<\/span><\/strong>
\n* Nonviolent Communication<\/span>
\n* The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People<\/span><\/p>\n

Statistics
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\nNew Enrollments<\/span><\/strong>
\n5 enrolled in August<\/span>
\n25 enrolled in 2026<\/span>
\nBook Assessments<\/span><\/strong>
\n15 in August 90 in 2026<\/span>
\nBooks Shipped<\/span><\/strong>
\n0 in August<\/span>
\n0 in 2026<\/span>
\nCost of Books<\/span><\/strong>
\n$0 in August<\/span>
\n$0 in 2026<\/span><\/p>\n

You Make It Possible<\/span><\/strong>
\nWe extend a special thanks to the following individuals and\/or organizations who contributed to IIGL last month. Your ongoing support makes this work possible.<\/span>
\nDeb Silver (Israel)<\/span>
\nOla Olamakinde (Nigeria)<\/span>
\nLynne Murguia (USA\/AZ) In Blessed Memory<\/span>
\nJohn Hornecker (USA\/NC)<\/span>
\nMichael Lightweaver (USA\/NC)<\/span>
\nLynda Eze (USA\/TX)<\/span>
\nDeb Rosen (USA\/WI)<\/span>
\nPatrice Zorn (USA\/WI)<\/span>
\nKathleen Oweegon (USA)<\/span><\/p>\n

Make A Difference<\/span><\/strong>
\nDream Team 22<\/span>
\nPlease join Dream Team 22 as our goal is to have 22 people contributing $22 per month. We understand that money is energy and that to sustain and build IIGL we need a lot of people pouring their energy into this endeavor on a regular basis. We also know that not everyone can afford to commit $22 a month \u2013 especially our students, who live in countries with economies in which this amount can be equal to a weeks\u2019 salary. So we are offering two options for those who wish to become a part of the Dream Team. One can commit to a $22 a month contribution or to spending 22 seconds each day holding the vision of IIGL becoming financially sustainable by the end of 2026!<\/span><\/p>\n

Please join the Dream Team and help us create an energetic foundation to support the transformational work of IIGL! You can really make a difference in the world by making a modest contribution of time or money. To make the $22 a month commitment or a one time donation, click the link below. To become a member of the Dream Team 22 by committing 22 second a day to help us hold the vision, contact Deb for details: drosen2@wi.rr.com<\/span><\/p>\n

Checks on US banks, payable to the International Institute For Global Leadership, can be mailed to IIGL, 11537 N. Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI 53092 USA. Contributions may also be made by credit card by clicking the link below. Contributions are tax deductible under the 501 (c) 3 tax code of the United States Internal Revenue Service.<\/span><\/p>\n

To Contribute By Paypal, go to www.paypal.com and make donation to iigl.globalleadership@gmail.com<\/span><\/p>\n

To Contribute By Credit Card, go to global-leadership.com<\/span><\/p>\n

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