Girl Guides in Dominica have been told that bullying should not be part of the process of becoming a leader.
CARICOM Youth Ambassador, Natasha Jervier, told over 100 girl guides on Friday that they are equipped with the tools that they will need to lead, but bullying should not be part of it.
“Taking the lead however, does not mean bullying others or using your position and skills to force others to take your side or to share your views. A leader can be silent but can command such a presence that heads must turn when she walks into a room,” She said.
She also urged the guides to take a stand for what is right and challenged them to be different.
“As a leader you are called upon to take a stand for what is right. You are called to lead in education, to lead in your field of work, in church, and to be at the forefront to address issues that plague our girls in society,” she stated.
She noted that many issues such as exposure to sexual activities at an early age, violence or abuse and discrimination of many types, affect girls in Dominica.
“Your first duty as a leader is to not be part of promoting and encouraging these problems but to dare to be the difference. You may never win a prize or award for daring to be different, but that should never stop you,” she remarked.
Jervier reminded the guides that being in the lead is hard work and oftentimes lonely and frustrating but they need to remain focused.
“One thing you need to note is that taking the lead is not always luxurious. As many perks as it may come with, leadership can be a very lonely and frustrating road,” she stated. “A true leader though, is resilient and persistent, she sticks to the task no matter how many opposition she faces.”
yes i agree too many bullying in school. i had my share of being bullied.