Hello everyone! My name is Ingrid Sierra and I’m really looking forward for our time together! I’m from Tegucigalpa (capital city), Honduras. I have been in Canada for 4 months now, we moved to start the Leadership Program. I have been married to Fabricio for 3 years now, no children yet. I enjoy learning new things, whatever they may be! I have tried painting, photography, volleyball, soccer, swimming, dancing, debate, etc. I enjoy being busy! I’m always involved in some project or trying to develop a new skill. The next in my list: any musical instrument! (never tried exploring my musical skills, singing is definitively not one of them). I truly believe you never know if you are good at something, until you try it (several times).
I’m passionate to advocate and work on behalf of vulnerable people, especially children and youth. I have had the honor for the past 6 years to work for Christian international non-profit organizations. I have been managing development projects (construction, water, health, life-skills, etc.). Visiting the poorest communities in my country has been a life changing experience. In the midst of poverty, I found hope and joy thanks to all the effort of local churches and community members. It has inspired me to work and equip myself in the best possible way to help vulnerable people in my home country and around the world!
Regarding strategic leadership, I had some experience managing grants. I coordinated the design and implementation of a 5-year strategy to invest in key areas of holistic development for children and communities with limited funds. It was a challenge, not to mention its implementation with local communities. A clear vision is important but influencing others to commit is even more important! Being a strategic leader is not an easy task.
I look forward to learn from everyone’s experience on their different fields. I hope this class provides us useful tools and knowledge to improve our strategic skills.
Hi Ingrid!
I am thrilled to be taking another course with you! We survived LDRS 591!!!! Woohoo! I am sure this course will take you to a whole other level….I am certainly trusting in that for myself 🙂 You are so passionate about making a difference – this blog doesn’t do justice to convey your spirit. People have to meet you face to face! Hoping you are getting settled in BC. And I apologize in advance for the upcoming winter.
– Lillian Boyd
lillian@springvale.org
Did you received my reply? I’m confused…
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Hello Lilian! So good to have you back. You are right, we SURVIVED! Didn’t slept well for the last days though.. Oh winter… don’t want to think about it yet, at least there are beautiful sunny days now ? Looking forward to work together again!
Thank you for the introduction Ingrid!
Your passion and commitment to vulnerable people groups is always life changing. Thank you for sharing the important people and focus in your life. I look forward to your engagement in the course and providing the unique insights your Honduran experience brings to the class.
Doug
Hello Lilian! So good to have you back. You are right, we SURVIVED hahahah. Didn’t slept well for the last days though haha.. Oh winter… don’t want to think about it yet, at least there are beautiful sunny days now 😉 Looking forward to work together again!
Thank you! It just ignites as I get more involved. I’m sure we are going to have a productive time! Looking forward!
Hey Ingrid,
Your work with Christian organizations, children and youth sound very interesting. I appreciate your willingness to try new things and continue to learn and grow. That is such an important life skill! Welcome to Canada too!
Oliver
Thank you Oliver, seeing local church in action was truly inspiring. Thank you, Canada is beautiful!
Hola Ingrid!
Muy interesante leer sobre tu vida y tus experiencias.
I appreciate hearing about how you have tried new things. I see so many times people not willing to adventure into new territories and missing out on the joy and the excitement.
Was this organization you worked for in any way connected to education as well?
I am a principal at a school in Paraguay and over 60% of our students receive scholarships. Our goal is to offer a quality Christian education to children that could not afford it.
Blessings,
Hola! Mucho gusto!
Trying new things for me has been part of God’s call, it takes you out of your comfort zone. Yes, they work on education, but mainly assuring children registered are connected to local schools. In some cases they provided scholarships, I know strategic alliances were made in local communities.
Hi Ingrid,
I am excited about experiencing another course with you in the MA Lead Program. I have been privileged to get to know you a little through LDRS 500 and 591. Your confidence, positivity, and bright spirit are very encouraging to me. I trust God will continue to show you His plan for you as you grow your learning and understanding of strategic leadership through this next course.
Jason
Hello Jason!
It is great to share classes again! Thank you, I’m sure your experience is going to be enriching for the course. Looking forward!