Leadership Immersion

Hawai‘i-based Leadership – The Omidyar Fellows program is an enduring commitment designed to lead to a more thriving Hawai‘i. And so, ‘ike Hawai‘i, the knowledge that comes from Hawai‘i, is critical to support leadership that is good for Hawai‘i.

Cohort-Based Learning – One context for transformative learning is community which creates the basis for moving forward together.

Leadership Sessions – These sessions draw from many teachers. The interdependent strengths of leadership are developed through practice, reflection, and sharing.

Talk Story with Leaders – Conversations are hosted the evening before leadership sessions. Fellows, in teams of three, will be responsible for hosting these storytelling sessions with leaders of Hawaiʻi.

Immersive Huakaʻi – Each Fellow, with the help of a mentor of their choosing, will design a huaka‘i and explore their kuleana in unfamiliar places, preferably in Hawai‘i. The experience should reveal what impact looks like among communities who are also navigating towards a shared vision. In this way, Fellows can better align their intentions with their impact based on the experience of others.

Executive Coaching – Executive coaching will take place over four months during orientation. Coaching occurs during 60-minute, one-on-one calls and are confidential. Coaches will support Fellows in their preparation for curriculum launch.