1. The Social Change Model of Leadership Stacey Malaret, Ed.D. University of Central Florida Student Leadership Development Office

2. Defining the Social Change Model “Leadership is ultimately about change, and effective leaders are those who are able to affect positive change on behalf of others and society.” (Higher Education Research Institute, 1996, p.10) Change is the ultimate goal of the creative process of leadership- to make a better world and a better society for self and others.” (HERI,p.21) ”How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” -ANNE FRANK

3. History of Social Change Women’s Rights Movement Civil Rights Native American Rights

4. Social Change Model Core Competencies Change yourself Engage in self-understanding in order to develop meaningful personal goals. Explore the role of spirituality in one’s own life. Practice effective communication. Engage in activities that enhance physical, psychological and emotional health. Change your community Understand and appreciate human differences. Develop open, honest and meaningful relationships based on mutual respect. Identify and strengthen moral convictions. Change your world Act with integrity. Serve as responsible citizens.

5. The 7 C’s of Social Change Citizenship Collaboration Common Purpose Controversy with Civility Consciousness of Self Congruence Commitment

6. Why get involved in social change Creates Opportunity Action Oriented Adds Value Student’s change, so why not change with them!

7. Examples of Social Change Model at UCF Sustainability Projects Knights Helping Knights (Pantry) 24 Hour Study Space Light Pollution Final Exam Study Day

8. Senior Social Change initiatives Civic Groups –Rotary Club –Lions Club –Homeowners Associations/Boards –Alumni Associations –Non-profit Boards –Faith Based Groups Senior Corps -Foster Grandparent ProgramFoster Grandparent Program -Senior Companion ProgramSenior Companion Program -RSVPRSVP

9. Real Life examples Uganda Project Pink Gloves

10. Future ideas for SCM…What are your thoughts? What are the needs in the UCF or Orlando that should be addressed? What has been done to address these needs? What resources do you or your organizations need to make change happen?