Some of us in rural communities feel as if we are missing the secret ingredient to leadership development: We don’t know how to create leaders who are committed long-term. People rise up when there is an immediate need, but then they go away until the next crisis or cause arises. Read More »
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Prairie Idea Exchange
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From the editor: Fostering leadership locally
Rural towns have populations of people who care deeply about their local communities. In order to maintain thriving communities, locals must be cultivated to serve as leaders. Read More »
LEADERSHIP: Young adults may not know they are needed
The assumption that 20- and 30-somethings are not interested in leadership doesn't hold true for everyone. Read More »
LEADERSHIP: Mascot decision empowers young leaders
When the Summit and Waubay school districts decided to enter a sports co-op beginning in the fall of 2015, they had many preparations to make. Read More »
LEADERSHIP: The hidden power of giving awards
Honoring leaders, as many Dakota communites do, seems like a nice thing to do for the recipient. But somewhat surprisingly, giving an award can be just as beneficial to the giver, and to the broader community. Read More »
POSSIBILITY: Sisseton, S.D., Bringing denominations together
Christian leaders have found that mission work starts with the Church, not a church, in Sisseton. Read More »
POSSIBILITY: Involving all ages in Eureka, S.D.
Some in the Eureka community thought one of their problems was that younger adults had no interest in community involvement. Learning they were wrong was a turning point. Read More »
DAKOTAFIRE CAFE: Discussion connects health care and community
Two things that are highly valued in Wessington Springs are its local health care systems and community camaraderie. And those two things go hand in hand, according to discussion at the Nov. 18 Dakotafire Cafe held there. Read More »
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Digging deep in Doland
In Doland, S.D., help is just around the corner. Read More »