{"id":2656,"date":"2018-04-02T17:08:33","date_gmt":"2018-04-02T17:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/iigl-wp\/?p=2656"},"modified":"2018-04-02T17:08:33","modified_gmt":"2018-04-02T17:08:33","slug":"newsletter-issue-193-january-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/global-leadership.com\/index.php\/2018\/04\/02\/newsletter-issue-193-january-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Newsletter Issue #193* January 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

International Institute For Global Leadership<\/span><\/strong>
\n Issue #193* January 2018\"\"<\/span><\/strong>
\n www.global-leadership.com<\/span><\/strong>
\n Asheville, NC. USA<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Guest Editorial<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Visiting Springboard!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Kathleen Oweegon (USA\/NM)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Oweegon@bridgesofpeace.com<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In 2017, I again had the opportunity to travel to Lagos for the 2nd IIGL\/ICLDNG International Leadership Conference. In preparation for this visit, I contacted Lawrence Afere to see about going to visit his project \u2013 Springboard \u2013 near Akure, Nigeria. Little did I know what they had in store for me! Below are some highlights from the visit!<\/span><\/p>\n

Lawrence already had plans to be out of the country on the dates of my visit, so he put me in the very capable hands of his amazing Program Coordinator Lilian Fawolu. Lilian is a woman of small stature with a very powerful presence and the creativity and energy of a dozen people, with incredible attention to detail and sensitivity to the needs of others. She dazzled me with the detailed itinerary she sent me, which included transporting me from Lagos to Akure and back (a 4-hour drive each way), as well as providing me with hotel lodging in Akure so that I could be comfortable and well-rested after the drive from Lagos and before the full day of visits she had scheduled for me the next day. This was more than I ever expected, and I felt honored by such caring and generosity.<\/span><\/p>\n

On May 15th, Lillian met me in Lagos and traveled with me to Akure. The next day our adventure began. It rained steadily most of the day on May 16th, adding to the sense of adventure. Our first stop was the Springboard office and demonstration farm\/seed center, which was about a 30-minute drive from Akure, and where I met with some of the Springboard staff and farmers. I was extremely impressed with what I saw. Each of the farmers I met had their own small sprouting area with neat rows of potted seedlings.<\/span><\/p>\n

We left the farm and went to a small neighboring village where I met with several members of the Springboard Women Cooperatives from Imafon, Ilado and Igunshi. Despite the rain and abundant mud, they all came out to meet with me, some with banana leaves over their heads to serve as umbrellas. We sat together in an open-air shelter and visited, with Lillian serving as our interpreter. These wonderful, strong, hard-working women, dressed in beautiful, colorful dresses and headgear, which I guessed were probably their finest clothes worn in honor of my visit, told me about the profound ways that Springboard had benefited their lives by providing them with micro-loans to start their own small businesses. Most of their businesses were selling some kind of product \u2013hand-made beads, clothing, dried fish and other food products. Although they still lived in very simple conditions \u2013 mud huts with no running water or electricity, and were the sole provider for their families, their faces would light up when they spoke of now being able to feed their families and have hope for a better future.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our next stop was the Springboard Nursery and Primary School in Ago Panu. When I arrived, all the children, who appeared to be anywhere from 2-6 years old, were lined up on both sides of a walkway in their little blue-grey uniforms (fortunately, the rain had let up for a bit). As I entered the gate, they all sang me a sweet little song of welcome in English. I was deeply touched. Then a timid little girl who looked to be about 4 years old, with each of her many little braids held by brightly colored plastic clips of a rainbow of colors, approached me with a bouquet of yellow silk flowers wrapped in brightly colored paper. My heart overflowed with love for these dear little children. After their song, I walked down the rows, shaking hands with each of them. I\u2019m pretty sure I was the first light-skinned person they had ever seen. Some had a look of wonder on their face, some seemed terrified, while others had a look of adventurous courage and pride on their face, which I imagined they felt because of this unique experience of shaking hands with a light-skinned woman from the US. The teachers who were with them were loving, kind and supportive of both the children and me. What struck me the most about my visit with the school was how much had been accomplished by Springboard, and with so little! Without Springboard, these children would likely have never gotten any kind of formal education, since schools in these rural areas are few and far between.<\/span><\/p>\n

I left Akure with a deep sense of respect and gratitude for the experience, the people I met, Lawrence, his family and Lillian, and most especially for Springboard and the miracles it has and will continue to manifest.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Others Are Saying<\/span><\/p>\n

Remembering Queen Mother Corine Wilson<\/span><\/p>\n

At the age of 87, teacher and activist, Corine Varn Wilson, passed away on November 29, 2017. May her belief in the power of the spoken word live on! Corine was one of the 9 Advisory IIGL Council Members and our first IIGL Board President. She was also a long time IIGL mentor, contributor and friend. Corine shared, \u201cI see the IIGL as a means of sharing my expertise and leadership on an international level while continuing to expand my own cultural and love of diversity.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Corine also stated, \u201cWe need to tell our stories. It\u2019s what strengthens us in our challenges and unites us in our triumphs. It\u2019s not about color. It\u2019s not about gender. It\u2019s about the human experience.\u201d Corine believed in the value of connecting through story. She saw the wide-eyed wonder in children and the tears well up in the white haired ones. She believed that by telling our experiences, we share in the truth. We offer hope and purpose to all who gather to listen.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite growing up poor in segregated Oviedo, FL, she cherished her memories of a joyful and free spirited childhood. It wasn\u2019t until moving to New York in the early 1950\u2019s that she encountered Jim Crow head on. She pursued her love of education and teaching earning a Masters degree in Educational Administration all the while facing racial challenges in the work environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

In 1985, Corine returned to Central Florida where she continued her teaching and community outreach. In 1990, she founded \u201cI\u2019m Somebody \u2026 Making a Difference;\u201d a grass roots educational program for at-risk youth. At the same time, her interest in spirituality, metaphysics and alternative health blossomed. She studied under such esteemed health pioneers as Dr. Bernard Jensen and received certificates in diverse modalities including Iridology and Spiritual Healing.<\/span><\/p>\n

A love of exploration and adventure took Corine to the four corners of the world including Mexico, the Caribbean Islands, Africa, Egypt, India, Vietnam, South America and China. Her work as a keynote speaker on leadership topics has also taken her around the continent.<\/span><\/p>\n

Corine reflected on her 87th Birthday, \u201cI\u2019ve always had a wild spirit. And a thirst for learning. Even though my body may be moving slower, what matters is that I can still make a difference.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you Corine for being part of the IIGL family and sharing your iridescent essence with us through the years!<\/span><\/p>\n

What Our Students Are Reading<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Sweat the Small Stuff and It\u2019s All Small Stuff By Dr. Richard Carlson $8.99<\/span><\/p>\n

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff…and It’s All Small Stuff is a book that tells you how to keep from letting the little things in life drive you crazy. In thoughtful and insightful language, author Richard Carlson reveals ways to calm down in the midst of your incredibly hurried, stress-filled life. You can learn to put things into perspective by making the small daily changes Dr. Carlson suggests, including advice such as \u201cChoose your battles wisely;\u201d \u201cRemind yourself that when you die, your ‘in’ box won’t be empty;\u201d and \u201cMake peace with imperfection.\u201d You’ll also learn how to: Live in the present moment;<\/span><\/p>\n

Let others have the glory at times; Lower your tolerance to stress; Trust your intuitions<\/span><\/p>\n

and Live each day as it might be your last.<\/span><\/p>\n

Students In Action<\/span><\/p>\n

Find Your Significance Book Launch!<\/span><\/p>\n

President Emeritus and Graduate, Noeline Kirabo (Uganda) Noelinekirabo@yahoo.com launched her first book, Find our Significance on December 20, 2017 which is also Noeline\u2019s Birthday. The book features humbling lessons Noeline learned as she shares her personal development journey. Many of Noeline\u2019s friends, family and KYUSA graduates\/students attended the celebration in Kampala. Contact Noeline directly to find out how to obtain a copy! Congratulations Noeline and Happy Birthday!<\/span><\/p>\n

Valuable Resources for Personal & Planetary Transformation<\/span><\/p>\n

International Black Women\u2019s Congress (IBWC)<\/span><\/p>\n

Ibwc.us<\/span><\/p>\n

The International Black Women\u2019s Congress (IBWC) is comprised of women of African descent from all walks of life around the world. \u201cWe are one of the strongest networks of black women in the world today. We seek to develop a strong network defining ourselves from our own perspective.\u201d To this end, IBWC has established membership in 40 states and five African countries. They hold annual national conferences on critical issues impacting women of African ancestry. We also travel yearly to various African and Caribbean countries on international networking and education tours. They\u2019ve established an \u201cInternational Black Women\u2019s Speakers Bureau;\u201d developed a nationally recognized Rites of Passage program for young women that includes mentoring; and published three scholarly books.<\/span><\/p>\n

News<\/span><\/p>\n

2017 IIGL Holiday Book Drive<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you to those who participated in our Annual IIGL Holiday Book Drive. We received 15 new donations in December which raised $845 for IIGL! We hope you enjoyed your holiday season and all the best for 2018!<\/span><\/p>\n

IIGL Website is Getting an Upgrade<\/span><\/p>\n

Our veteran webmaster Pius Reis (Nigeria) is in the process of upgrading our IIGL Website. Please note during this process the website may be unavailable and there will be some delayed assessment postings until March of 2018. Contact Deb with any questions or concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meet Our New Students<\/span><\/p>\n

We had no new students this month.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

Visionary Leadership<\/span><\/p>\n

Student Progress<\/span><\/p>\n

We had 7 students from 5 countries complete a total of 8 books in December. These students were from Lesotho, Nepal, Nigeria, Rwanda and Uganda.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mantsebeng Suzan Maepe (Lesotho)<\/span><\/p>\n

* Nonviolent Communication<\/span><\/p>\n

Pema Rinji Sherpa (Nepal)<\/span><\/p>\n

* Keys to Success<\/span><\/p>\n

* Success through a Positive Mental Attitude<\/span><\/p>\n

George Ebeh (Nigeria)<\/span><\/p>\n

* PsychoCybernetics<\/span><\/p>\n

Adeosun Oluwatosin Isaac (Nigeria)<\/span><\/p>\n

* Seven Habits of Highly Successful People<\/span><\/p>\n

Paul Nwakuma Young (Nigeria)<\/span><\/p>\n

* Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth<\/span><\/p>\n

Aloys Hakizimana (Rwanda)<\/span><\/p>\n

* Think and Grow Rich<\/span><\/p>\n

Juliette A. Engole (Uganda)<\/span><\/p>\n

* Gandhi \u2013 An Autobiography<\/span><\/p>\n

Graduates<\/span><\/p>\n

Japheth E. Aizebeoje (Nigeria) completed Level Three<\/span><\/p>\n

Adeosun Oluwatosin Isaac(Nigeria) completed Level Two<\/span><\/p>\n

Juliette A. Engole (Uganda) completed Level Six<\/span><\/p>\n

Statistics<\/span><\/p>\n

New Enrollments<\/span>
\n 6 enrolled in December<\/span>
\n 49 enrolled in 2017<\/span><\/p>\n

Book Assessments and Assignments<\/span>
\n 8 in December<\/span>
\n 189 in 2017<\/span><\/p>\n

Books Shipped<\/span>
\n 13 in December<\/span><\/p>\n

111 in 2017<\/span><\/p>\n

Cost of Books<\/span>
\n $246.13 in December<\/span><\/p>\n

$2,167.94 in 2017<\/span><\/p>\n

You Make It Possible<\/span><\/p>\n

We 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><\/p>\n

Deb Silver (Israel)<\/span><\/p>\n

Pierre Wittmann (Thailand)<\/span><\/p>\n

Lynne Murguia (USA\/AZ)<\/span><\/p>\n

Naomi Stauber (USA\/AZ)<\/span><\/p>\n

Marilyn McGehee (USA\/MO) Honoring Judith Royer\u2019s IIGL Service<\/span><\/p>\n

John Hornecker (USA\/NC)<\/span><\/p>\n

Michael Lightweaver (USA\/NC)<\/span><\/p>\n

Kathleen Oweegon (USA\/NM)<\/span><\/p>\n

Judith Royer (USA\/SC)<\/span><\/p>\n

Priscilla Bovee (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Minda & Daryl Devorkin (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Heidi & Ed Fallone (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Jill Plavnick (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Deb Rosen (USA\/WI) In Blessed Memory of Eleanor Goodwin<\/span><\/p>\n

Charles Rudolph (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Julie & Mike Walker (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Patrice Zorn (USA\/WI)<\/span><\/p>\n

Make A Difference<\/span><\/p>\n

Dream Team 22<\/span><\/p>\n

Please join Dream Team 22 as our goal is to have 220 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 2016.<\/span><\/p>\n

Will you 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, Click Here<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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