What is it about?

Examines why young men of 15+ begin and continue to participate in a leadership development program - the significance of people and program motivators.

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Why is it important?

In the findings, a theory emerges as to which people influence involvement and how this changes. It also demonstrates that particular program elements, especially a four-day bush solo are key to motivation and momentum..

Perspectives

The article documents a preliminary study into a leadership development program for young men and has informed a current in-depth project researching elements that are relevant to effectiveness - including the application of key lenses (community, communitas, servant-leadership, liminality, masculine spirituality and rites of passage).

Donald Smith

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This page is a summary of: A Leadership Development Program for Young Men, Journal of Youth and Theology, May 2020, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/24055093-bja10004.
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