The essential guide to the theory and application of the Social Change ModelLeadership for a Better World provides an approachable introduction to the Social Change Model of Leadership Development (SCM), giving students a real-world context through which to explore the seven C's of leadership for social change as well as a approaches to socially responsible leadership. From individual, group, and community values through the mechanisms of societal change itself, this book provides fundamental coverage of this increasingly vital topic. Action items, reflection, and discussion questions throughout encourage students to think about how these concepts apply in their own lives. The Facilitator's Guide includes a wealth of activities, assignments, discussions, and supplementary resources to enrich the learning experience whether in class or in the co-curriculum. This new second edition includes student self-assessment rubrics for each element of the model and new discussion on the critical roles of leadership self-efficacy, social perspective, and social justice perspectives. Content is enriched with research on how this approach to leadership is developed, and two new chapters situate the model in a broader understanding of leadership and in applications of the model.The Social Change Model is the most widely-used leadership model for college students, and has shaped college leadership curricula at schools throughout the U.S. and other countries including a translation in Chinese. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the model, with a practical, relevant approach to real-world issues.* Explore the many facets of social change and leadership* Navigate group dynamics surrounding controversy, collaboration, and purpose* Discover the meaning of citizenship and your commitment to the greater good* Become an agent of change through one of the many routes to a common goalThe SCM is backed by 15 years of research, and continues to be informed by ongoing investigation into the interventions and environments that create positive leadership development outcomes. Leadership for a Better World provides a thorough, well-rounded tour of the Social Change Model, with guidance on application to real-world issues.

Preface xiiiAcknowledgments xxiAbout the National Clearinghouse for Leadership Programs xxiiiAbout the Authors and Editors xxvPART 1 UNDERSTANDING THE SOCIAL CHANGE MODEL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT 11. Transitions and Transformations in Leadership 5Dennis C. Roberts2. An Overview of the Social Change Model of Leadership Development 17Kristan Cilente SkendallPART 2 INDIVIDUAL VALUES 413. Consciousness of Self 43Sherry Early and Justin Fincher4. Congruence 66Tricia R. Shalka5. Commitment 87Ashlee M. Kerkoff and Daniel OstickPART 3 GROUP VALUES 1056. Collaboration 109Jordan England7. Common Purpose 127Marybeth Drechsler Sharp and Alex Teh8. Controversy With Civility 149Cecilio AlvarezPART 4 SOCIETY/COMMUNITY VALUES 1719. Citizenship 175Jennifer BonnetPART 5 ON CHANGE 19710. Change 201Wendy Wagner11. Examining Social Change 233Wendy Wagner12. Applying the Social Change Model 261Marguerite Bonous-HammarthEpilogue 275Susan R. Komives and Wendy WagnerAdditional Resources 277Index 283