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Leadership in Ukraine
Studies During Wartime
9781035353941 Edward Elgar Publishing
This insightful book examines the significant shifts in Ukrainian ideals and perceptions of leadership during wartime, particularly among young people. Alexander Negrov and Ronald E. Riggio underline the increased value placed on democratic and supportive leadership, identifying key lessons for leaders in extreme circumstances.
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This insightful book examines the significant shifts in Ukrainian ideals and perceptions of leadership during wartime, particularly among young people. Alexander Negrov and Ronald E. Riggio underline the increased value placed on democratic and supportive leadership, identifying key lessons for leaders in extreme circumstances.
Negrov and Riggio explore views of leadership over time across the Ukrainian population, drawing on a decade of field work with refugees, nonprofit organizations, churches, educational institutions, government and business sectors. They demonstrate the importance of active engagement in voluntary work, support for the military, and service to those affected by conflict for effective wartime leadership. Key topics explored include fostering leadership among young people, the role of religious leaders, and leadership development processes. Presenting a nuanced and inclusive narrative, the book ultimately reflects the complexity of leadership as both a set of external actions and a process of self-reflection.
Leadership in Ukraine is an essential resource for students and scholars of leadership, international relations, and political science. It is also invaluable to leaders across society as well as policymakers seeking to understand the transformative impact of war on leadership.
Negrov and Riggio explore views of leadership over time across the Ukrainian population, drawing on a decade of field work with refugees, nonprofit organizations, churches, educational institutions, government and business sectors. They demonstrate the importance of active engagement in voluntary work, support for the military, and service to those affected by conflict for effective wartime leadership. Key topics explored include fostering leadership among young people, the role of religious leaders, and leadership development processes. Presenting a nuanced and inclusive narrative, the book ultimately reflects the complexity of leadership as both a set of external actions and a process of self-reflection.
Leadership in Ukraine is an essential resource for students and scholars of leadership, international relations, and political science. It is also invaluable to leaders across society as well as policymakers seeking to understand the transformative impact of war on leadership.
Critical Acclaim
‘A unique collection of recent research studies of the evangelical Christian community in war-torn Ukraine that adds significantly to a rapidly growing need for reliable, valid and practically useful information about leadership during wartime, with some unexpected and revealing findings and some serious conclusions and implications for humanity at large.’
– Roger Gill, Durham University, UK
‘We only really know what good leadership looks like in situations of chaos and uncertainty. This in-depth analysis of how leadership has developed in Ukraine since 2014, with insights from wide-ranging interviews, especially with the young, and on what leadership is needed now, and in rebuilding afterwards, is fascinating.’
– Major General (retired) Tim Cross CBE
‘The tragic military invasion into Ukraine, a sovereign state, is one of those historic events that will not merely affect the world, it will change it. The scale of impact on people’s lives, communities, nation states, and the world order itself is felt by all. In addition to sharing personal stories and insights on leadership, authors Negrov and Riggio ensure that the right leadership questions are being asked and evidence-based research is being used. The authors take us on a journey through the complex landscape of Ukrainian leadership, drawing on voices from those who have led and those who have been led during one of the most challenging times in modern history. As we face violent and uncertain times ahead, read Leadership in Ukraine to acquire a deeper understanding that leadership transcends positions and is rooted in compassion and commitment to the well-being for all of humanity.’
– Cynthia Cherrey, President, International Leadership Association
– Roger Gill, Durham University, UK
‘We only really know what good leadership looks like in situations of chaos and uncertainty. This in-depth analysis of how leadership has developed in Ukraine since 2014, with insights from wide-ranging interviews, especially with the young, and on what leadership is needed now, and in rebuilding afterwards, is fascinating.’
– Major General (retired) Tim Cross CBE
‘The tragic military invasion into Ukraine, a sovereign state, is one of those historic events that will not merely affect the world, it will change it. The scale of impact on people’s lives, communities, nation states, and the world order itself is felt by all. In addition to sharing personal stories and insights on leadership, authors Negrov and Riggio ensure that the right leadership questions are being asked and evidence-based research is being used. The authors take us on a journey through the complex landscape of Ukrainian leadership, drawing on voices from those who have led and those who have been led during one of the most challenging times in modern history. As we face violent and uncertain times ahead, read Leadership in Ukraine to acquire a deeper understanding that leadership transcends positions and is rooted in compassion and commitment to the well-being for all of humanity.’
– Cynthia Cherrey, President, International Leadership Association
Contents
Contents
Introduction
1 Leadership during wartime and historical background of the Ukrainian war
2 Leadership reflections during 2015–2017: Samples from research interviews
3 Leadership development among Ukrainian Christian adolescents: A study from 2018–2019
4 Perceptions of leadership from Ukrainian organizational leaders: Insights from 2022
5 Perceptions of leadership among Ukrainian Christian war refugees: A 2022 study
6 Team leadership perspectives: Survey findings, 2022–2023
7 Leadership reflections during 2022–2024: Samples from research interviews
8 Conclusion: Reflection and lessons on leadership in Ukraine
Appendix: The survey study conducted in 2019
References
Introduction
1 Leadership during wartime and historical background of the Ukrainian war
2 Leadership reflections during 2015–2017: Samples from research interviews
3 Leadership development among Ukrainian Christian adolescents: A study from 2018–2019
4 Perceptions of leadership from Ukrainian organizational leaders: Insights from 2022
5 Perceptions of leadership among Ukrainian Christian war refugees: A 2022 study
6 Team leadership perspectives: Survey findings, 2022–2023
7 Leadership reflections during 2022–2024: Samples from research interviews
8 Conclusion: Reflection and lessons on leadership in Ukraine
Appendix: The survey study conducted in 2019
References
