In this book Alyse Nelson describes how women around the world are leading powerful change.

Women’s progress is global progress. Where there is an increase in women’s university enrollment rates, women’s earnings, and maternal health improve.

In Vital Voices, Alyse Nelson shares the stories of remarkable, world-changing women, as well as the story of how Vital Voices was founded, crossing lines that typically divide. For 15 years, Vital Voices has brought together women who want to enable others to become change agents in their governments, advocates for social justice, and supporters of democracy. They equip women with management and business development skills to expand their enterprises and create jobs in their communities. Their voices, stories, and hard-earned lessons—shared here for the first time—are deeply authentic and truly vital.

The author focuses on the key elements of the Vital Voices five-step model of transformational leadership, including how to find a voice, lead with purpose, cross lines that divide. Through the firsthand accounts of trail-blazing leaders, Vital Voices introduces unforgettable, inspiring women who are shaping our world.

Published by Jossey-Bass. ISBN: 978-1-1181-8477-6. £18.99