Name
Crisis Response for Coaches: Finding Stillness in Turmoil
Speakers
Susan Douglas, Inspired Action, LLC & Vanderbilt University
Dumisani (Dumi) Magadlela, Africa Coaching
Jessica Srikantia Field, Institute for Transformational Leadership, Georgetown University
Susan Douglas Dumisani (Dumi) Magadlela Jessica Srikantia Field
Description

This engaging session explores the critical role of coaches in crisis response, cultivating spaces for safety, connection, and stillness. Through mindfulness practices and interactive activities, they will develop emotional resilience and self-care strategies. Inspired by the Ubuntu philosophy, participants will gain practical tools to integrate mindfulness, stillness, and psychological first aid into their coaching practice, fostering a more compassionate and resilient community.

Session Type
45-Minute Presentation
Learning Objectives
Understand coaching’s role in crisis response and how to support leaders during emergencies.
Build skills to create restorative, connected spaces using mindfulness and Ubuntu practices.
Embody culturally humble coaching by exploring global traditions and free psychological first-aid resources.
Content Theme
Coaching Practice
Content Level
Established