Personal Leadership Philosophy “Leadership is the art of empowering others to achieve their fullest potential.”  By focusing on understanding and clear communication, I make sure everyone feels free to try new things, take risks and learn from mistakes, which helps the whole team do better. This approach reminds me to ask, “How can I help?” instead of “What should I tell people to do?” Leadership Quote  “Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another"  (Maxwell, 2019).  I like this because it reminds me that real leadership comes from making a positive impact, not from having power. It matches my servant-leader style putting people first, listening closely and building trust so every conversation encourages others and helps them shine. Vision and Mission My vision and mission are to promote positive change by encouraging teamwork and new ideas, and to lead honestly with a promise to keep learning. My vision outlines...

  Identity, Culture and the Struggle for Recognition In her poem I Lost My Talk , Mi’kmaq poet Rita Joe presents a deeply personal and powerful message about identity, culture and the consequences of colonialism.  Her personal experience of attending a residential school served as the inspiration for the poem, which is a testament to the perseverance required to recover cultural identity after being forced to assimilate.  I find that this little but powerful essay relates to a human need: the need to be recognized, understood and rooted in our heritage.  Joe's poem reflects not just her personal loss but also a shared struggle among many Indigenous communities who have experienced cultural suppression. Using clear and powerful language, she makes sure that the deep emotion of her story reaches everyone. This broad appeal shows that reclaiming one's voice is both an individual journey and a collective effort. The Profound Loss of Voice and Identity At its core, I Lost...