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Minority Women in K-12 Education Leadership: Challenges, Resilience, and Support
Individuals belonging to underrepresented groups based on factors such as race, ethnicity, or gender, particularly in the context of educational leadership roles.
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Leadership Coaching and Mentorship as a Strategy for Retention
Alphonsa Diana Haokip (Rajiv Gandhi University, India)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1773-0.ch004
Abstract
This chapter explores innovative strategies to empower and retain minority women in K–12 education leadership, focusing on the pivotal role of leadership coaching and mentorship. Emphasizing resilience and professional growth, the outlined implementation strategies stress planning, inclusivity, and continuous professional development. Collaborative efforts among educators, administrators, and policymakers are crucial to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Evaluation metrics, including retention rates and leadership competency development, guide continuous improvement, ensuring responsiveness to evolving educational needs. Coaching and mentorship emerge as dynamic tools, celebrating diversity and contributing to the collective success of educational institutions. Embracing these strategies and fostering a collaborative ethos is imperative for transformative change in K–12 education.
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Leading and Learning in Inhospitable Terrain
Women belonging to racial or ethnic groups that are underrepresented in comparison to the majority population, often facing unique challenges and disparities.
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Educational Leadership and the Politics of the Day
Individuals who identify as women and belong to ethnic or racial groups historically underrepresented in the discussed context, particularly within educational leadership roles.
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Managing Stress, Traumatic Experiences, Life Skill Training, and Leading With a Purpose
Women belonging to ethnic or racial groups that constitute a smaller percentage of the population face unique challenges and opportunities within various societal contexts.
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