Practical description sheet Method name: Leadership through Community Projects Soft skill focus: Leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, communication, empathy, digital resilience Learning outcomes: Design and present a community-based project plan Demonstrate leadership in group collaboration Apply problem-solving strategies in a practical context Use digital tools to support teamwork and planning Group size: 4–6 participants per group Time required: 2–2.5 hours (including preparation, design, presentation, and debriefing) Materials needed: Flipcharts, markers, sticky notes (for brainstorming) Digital devices (laptops/tablets) with internet access Collaboration tools: Google Docs, Miro, Trello, Padlet (optional but recommended) Project plan template (provided by trainer) Implementation steps: Introduce concept of community leadership and brainstorm local/workplace challenges. Divide participants into small groups and assign leadership roles. Each group drafts a project plan (objectives, beneficiaries, activities, resources, timeline). Groups present their project in a short pitch session. Trainer and peers give structured feedback. Debrief as a group, linking lessons to real-life leadership contexts. Assessment & Reflection: Peer feedback forms on leadership effectiveness Self-assessment of leadership skills Group reflection discussion using debriefing questions
