Leadership in the 21st Century requires attributes
relating to character which are similar to, but at the same time different from,
those of the past. Values and principles such as integrity, courage, vision and
determination are unchanging leadership qualities. The ability to deal with
uncertainty, complexity and a globalized economy are, on the other hand, new
leadership requirements. The very role of a leader is changing —from the old
command and control model of the 20th century to a new role as motivator,
facilitator, team leader, coach, strategist and steward.
The IICA
Leadership Forum was established to foster strategic dialogue that can
facilitate an in-depth perception of the on-going processes that impact
agriculture and rural development in the hemisphere. The idea is that the
agricultural leader’s capacity to understand the new roles of the Ministers of
Agriculture —both national and international— will thereby be strengthened. This
understanding involves the capacity:
- To inspire others to shape a new vision of national agriculture and rural
life in the context of a globalized world.
- To align and modernize agriculture sector institutions in response to new
challenges.
- To contemplate different scenarios for the future of agriculture policy,
production and trade.
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- To share knowledge (lessons learned) with other institutions of the sector,
both at home and abroad
. The Forum will also facilitate dialogue with
IICA and, as a result, a more responsive national agriculture agenda based on
country priorities. | |
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