12: Social Change Model of Leadership Development

When developed, the social change model (SCM) of leadership development attempted to face challenges of modern society by marrying individual values and considerations with those of the greater community. The SCM of leadership is informed and influenced by several contemporary theories of leadership development. The model is inherently collaborative in nature, addresses conflict as a natural part of the leadership development process, and is available to all who lead, not just those in formal positions. This chapter explores the history and context around the SCM of leadership development, defines the theory, and concludes with strengths and opportunities of the theory.