Navigating new horizons in humanitarian leadership

This is a recording of the Humanitarian Xchange 2024 session: 'Navigating new horizons in humanitarian leadership'. Autogenerated captions are available in English, French, Spanish and Arabic.
The inaugural Humanitarian Xchange took place on 20 February 2024 online and at the Business Design Centre in London, UK. To find out more about HX24, visit www.humanitarianxchange.org
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Session description
A diverse group of experts from local organisations, academia, international NGOs, and the private sector discuss the transformation required in leadership roles amidst global changes and challenges. Focusing on 'systemic leadership', this panel emphasises holistic, interconnected thinking essential for navigating the complexities of the humanitarian ecosystem.
The discussion will address breaking away from traditional frameworks towards more localised, inclusive approaches that empower local voices. The session aims to provide insights into the essential qualities and competencies leaders need today, highlighting real examples of emerging needs in different contexts.
Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to foster collaborative environments, confront biases, and reorient organisational cultures towards a decentralised approach in humanitarian work. This panel is not just a conversation but a catalyst for a dynamic exchange of ideas, inspiring participants to envision and shape a forward-looking, adaptive, and visionary trajectory for leadership in the humanitarian sector.
Panellists:
* Samantha Davis, Deputy Director, Humanitarian Leadership Academy
* Dr. Simon Western, Founder and CEO, The Eco-Leadership Institute
* Joanna Kucharczyk-Jurgielewicz, Regional Partnership Manager, Ashoka
* Mustafa Alokoud, Executive Director, Hope Revival Organization (HRO)