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Introductory Activity for Pasifika Leadership Framework Lesson

Welcome and Setting the Scene

Kia ora koutou, everyone! Today, we embark on a journey to explore the Pasifika Leadership Framework, a vital resource for fostering leadership that respects and integrates the diverse cultures of our Pasifika communities. To ignite our discussion, let’s engage in a collaborative and reflective activity that will set the tone for our lesson.

Activity: "Cultural Connections"

Objective

To foster an understanding of the diverse cultural influences within the Pasifika community and inspire personal connections to the Pasifika Leadership Framework.

Instructions

1. Group Formation:

   • Divide the class into small groups of 3-5 participants.

2. Cultural Sharing:

   • Each group will spend 10 minutes discussing and sharing one element (tradition, value, story, or experience) from their own cultural background that resonates with the principles of Pasifika leadership, such as community, respect, and collaboration.

3. Visual Representation:

   • After the discussion, each group will create a visual summary on a piece of paper or a whiteboard capturing their shared cultural element. This could include drawings, keywords, or symbols related to the concept discussed.

4. Presentation:

   • Each group will have 2-3 minutes to present their visual summary to the rest of the class. Encourage them to articulate how their cultural element aligns with the Pasifika Leadership Framework.

Reflection

After the presentations, facilitate a group discussion with prompts such as:

• What resonates with you about the shared values in the Pasifika Leadership Framework?
• How can we embody these principles in our professional and personal lives?
• In what ways can cultural diversity enhance our approach to leadership?

Conclusion

This activity will not only deepen our understanding of the Pasifika Leadership Framework but also remind us of the richness that diversity brings to our leadership. Let’s together cultivate an environment where each voice is valued and every cultural background contributes to our collective strength.

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He waka eke noa - We are all in this together.

Let’s begin our exploration!