Women Becoming Social Justice Leaders with an Inclusive Viewin Costa Rica, Mexico, and Spain

Abstract

This study looks at three female school directors in Costa Rica, Mexico, and Spain who worked under challenging conditions to establish social justice. We were particularly interest in how they learned to become social justice leaders. Qualitative interviews were used to hear directly from the school directors about their experiences. Transcripts were analyzed for common themes. The commitment of these directors to social justice came from early family experiences that gave them strength and core values. They met adversity in young adulthood which reinforced their commitment to inclusive leadership.

Keywords

• Social justice leadership
• Women leaders
• Inclusive leadership

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