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FuseSocial is proud to present the
Leadership Wood Buffalo Graduating Class of 2019/2020
Top row from left to right: Janelle Ormond, Ryan Graham, Michelle Lange, Vish Khaira , Kaitlyn Campbell, and Crystal Mercredi.
Middle row from left to right: Heidi Gould, Paulina Clarke, Doyin Osuntogun, Colleen Stewart and Chris Cadegan
Bottom row from left to right: Jo Day, guy, Ahmed Jouda, Julie Penney, Laura Jaramillo, Nicole Martyn-Dickinson, and Eugene Carnegie
Each year as we induct a new cohort to the Leadership Wood Buffalo Program, we look to recruit a diverse group of leaders each with their own unique skill set and stemming from various community sectors. The program, designed to strengthen each participant’s personal leadership skills and community leadership style, also creates one-of-a-kind collaboration.
In 2019/2020, we welcomed new participants representing nine sectors and have truly blown our vision of cross-sectoral learning out of the water. The cohort participated in a two-day opening retreat at Christina Lake, Conklin, AB and three learning days.
The second term of the program in 2020, included three additional learning days and a closing retreat, as well as the presentations of four Community Action Projects that were developed within the cohort to engage our community partners.
Community Action Projects
Throughout the Leadership Wood Buffalo program, the participants gain hands-on experience by working on Community Action Projects. The Community Action projects are a key component of the Leadership Wood Buffalo experience. They provide the participants with an opportunity to apply their growing leadership competencies to a real-life community issue.
We are pleased to present the 2019/2020 Community Action Projects created by this year’s graduating class.
Love Where You Live
Please welcome the “Love Where You Live” community action project team: Ahmed Jouda, Eugene Carnegie, Heidi Gould, Kaitlyn Campbell and Laura Jaramillo. This Leadership Wood Buffalo cohort team chose to focus on the internal perception of Fort McMurray and those who may state “there’s nothing to do here!” The “Love Where You Live” team collaborated with The MAC Calendar and are pleased to present their learnings to the community.
Community Connectors
Please welcome the “Community Connectors” community action project team: Colleen Stewart, Doyin Osuntogun, Jo Day, Julie Penney and Nicole Martyn-Dickinson. This Leadership Wood Buffalo cohort team chose to focus on isolated seniors in the region, to gain knowledge on age-friendly initiatives and connect seniors to technology training. The Community Connectors team collaborated with St. Aidan’s Society, Canadian Mental Health Association and The Multicultural Association and are pleased to present their learnings to the community.
Place Brand Advocates
Please welcome the “Place Brand Advocates” community action project team: Crystal Mercredi, Janelle Ormond, Paulina Clarke and Ryan Graham. This Leadership Wood Buffalo cohort team was brought together by a passion to change the perception of Fort McMurray from those living outside of the region. This team of community champions developed a partnership with the Wood Buffalo Economic Development Corporation and are pleased to present their learnings to the community. We cannot wait to continue this partnership for years to come!
Youth Empowerment
Please welcome the “Youth Empowerment” Community Action Project team: Chris Cadegan, Michelle Lange and Vish Khaira. This Leadership Wood Buffalo cohort team was brought together by a passion for supporting youth in the region through mentorship. This project team partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wood Buffalo to develop a recruitment strategy and process for mentors.
2019/2020 Cohort Podcasts
The Leadership Wood Buffalo Cohort has been working together since September 13, 2019. Throughout the 9 months of the program, the cohort has engaged with various community members and participated in learning circles and activities to assist in their personal, and community, leadership development. The final task asked of the cohort was to develop a podcast to discuss either the process of the Leadership Wood Buffalo curriculum or discuss their own development within the program.
| Podcast with Michelle, Chris and Vish |
Podcast with Paulina, Janelle, Crystal, and Ryan |
“Connection in Crisis” from The Conversation Tapes by Love Where you Live |
Sofa Correspondents – Leadership in the Community Podcast” |
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