Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-15-2026
Abstract
In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, it is critical to understand the tangled and interdependent nature of our current challenges, work collectively to envision just and equitable shared futures, and evolve leadership education to embrace and effectively address these challenges. In this article, we discuss the concepts of sustainability, systems thinking, and the Inner Development Goals within the context of leadership education and present ways of aligning the practices of each to lead change. Using cases from business and leadership development, this article offers suggestions for how we can focus on the individual and collective work needed to bring about lasting, sustainable change.
Recommended Citation
Satterwhite, R., K. Sheridan, and W. M. Miller. 2025. “Systems Thinking and the Inner Development Goals.” New Directions for Student Leadership 2025, no. 188: 19–28. https://doi.org/10.1002/yd.70021
Peer Reviewed
1
Copyright
Wiley
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Curriculum and Social Inquiry Commons, Educational Leadership Commons, Leadership Studies Commons
Comments
This is the accepted version of the following article:
Satterwhite, R., K. Sheridan, and W. M. Miller. 2025. “ Systems Thinking and the Inner Development Goals.” New Directions for Student Leadership 2025, no. 188: 19–28. https://doi.org/10.1002/yd.70021
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