Torrey Peace’s Post

Hello humanitarian and development leaders!! Happy Mental Health Day (tomorrow)! I wanted to share a great initiative led by Gemma Houldey "Wellbeing for Changemakers." Dr. Gemma is seeking to do something that I also standby--- we can wait for systemic change, but in the meantime, what can we do as individuals to create better more supportive environments for ourselves and others? Focusing on what's within our control is very empowering, and a first step to change. Check out Gemma's workshop series here -- the first one on "Collective Resilience" sounds quite fascinating! https://lnkd.in/gEPYpKeX

The WILD Network is hiring! Sharing two exciting opportunities (Event Manager and Senior Director) for WILD for those who want to make a difference in the lives of leaders in humanitarian and international development! You will also be joining a great team... I recommend applying if it speaks to you! Fiona Macaulay WILD Network https://lnkd.in/gZmD4Q-w

Another great opportunity to work in Laos for The Asia Foundation, but as a Country Representative! A great team and country --- I highly recommend checking it out.

If you are a social impact entrepreneur, you may be like me.... finding the "selling" part uncomfortable. Based on my own learning journey my business coach Kari Elizabeth Enge asked me to share on her podcast "The Do Business Better School" what I have learned on not making assumptions when following up on potential leads:

Opportunity to be Deputy Country Representative - The Asia Foundation, Laos! I have worked with the team and they are an excellent one! If interested apply here: https://lnkd.in/gjn7D7kK

Are you tired of waiting for your organization to help you achieve work-life balance or stop working long hours? This reminds me of a quote by Barack Obama: "Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time, we are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." I think human nature is that we want to be saved, we want a hero to lead the way and tell us what to do. And as long as we are waiting for someone else, we are powerless. We do not take action because we are waiting for some external thing that we cannot control to help us. And not to say that we need to save ourselves in every situation or we need to save the world and do everything ourselves. But what I see in the humanitarian and development sector is that sometimes we wait for others to create lasting change when we need to start being that change ourselves. For example, I see so many humanitarian and development leaders waiting for their organizations to tell them to stop working long hours or to start taking care of themselves. This may happen and maybe your organization has told you that. But from my experience, your organization may say this, but what usually happens around you might be quite different. And so you keep waiting for someone else to save you, to make that change you want to see rather than stepping up and making it yourself. So why not create that change? Why not start the conversation with those around you on how you can do what is within your control to start a movement? For example to say that it is okay to not be available all the time. That you sometimes need to be able to not be available so that you can do focused work. To give yourself permission to say no to extra work and not work long hours all the time. You may think I don't have the authority or I might receive a warning from my supervisor, or I might get in trouble if I do this. But is that really true? And if your organization, like most right now in the humanitarian and development sector, wants to create this culture of protecting your time and creating a culture of wellbeing, if they're really serious about that and that is the future we're headed towards then they are essentially giving you permission to say no and to take care of yourself. But they can't force you to do that. YOU have to start. And if you feel uncomfortable being alone with this, essentially being the leader, being the first, then why not recruit others to do it with you? By being that change you seek, we can encourage others to make change as well. You have that ability, no matter what or where you are in the organization. You just need to make the decision to start doing it and bring others along with you. So, what change are you waiting for and how might you do one thing this week to start making that change? If you'd like to receive weekly inspirational messages like this one, please sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dvSakf8f

How can I make a greater impact in the humanitarian and development sector while avoiding burnout? How do I take control of my time and create a higher performing team? These are some of the questions which will be answered on my new podcast, "The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader." It's an accumulation of 12 years experience as an aid worker as well as hundreds of hours coaching and training leaders like yourself. In the first 11 minute episode, you'll discover: - The real reasons behind burnout that you might not be aware of and how to address them. - Gain insights on how to become a modern leader who maximizes impact while reducing stress and overwhelm. - Learn how to acquire practical skills to empower your team, enhancing productivity and fostering a high-performing, inclusive work environment. If you want to start the journey to become a Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader, sign up to receive messages on the latest episodes here: https://lnkd.in/dvSakf8f

I am feeling happy and sad right now. Sad because after 6 years and 300 episodes, I am ending "The Aid for Aid Workers Leadership Podcast". It has been a great journey - and I am honored you have been along for it. But I see the need to evolve and change. So much has happened in the last six years in the humanitarian and development sector!! Between the social justice movements, the need for greater inclusivity and diversity of thinking and leadership, and localization... We need to evolve as leaders if we are going to create these changes. And that is why I am inviting you on a new journey. I am happy to announce the launch of a new podcast, starting next week: "The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader". "The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader" podcast will help you: - Take control of your time, become more productive and create a high performing team without burnout and overwhelm  - Meet the needs of the changing humanitarian and development sectors, including how to lead more inclusively and shift power to those around us - Make a greater impact because you are clear on what you want and how to get there If you'd like to learn how to become a Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader, sign up for my email list here: https://lnkd.in/dvSakf8f You'll receive the announcement of the release of the new podcast, as well as weekly tips and tricks to help you create more impact without the overwhelm and overwork. I can't wait to start this new journey together!

I am launching a NEW podcast and I want to hear from you! Please vote for the cover art you like the best (feedback on why is greatly appreciated). You can also suggest changes - thank you in advance! https://lnkd.in/dgneBtzx