About this episode

Roisin Wood shares insights on leadership through the lens of inclusion and belonging, drawing from her experiences in Northern Ireland.

This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast. I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, I attempt to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name. In this powerful conversation, Roisin Wood shares what leadership looks like when you choose courage, inclusion, and humanity over division. From growing up amid sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland to leading conversations around belonging, justice, and social change, Roisin offers hard-earned wisdom for leaders navigating polarized and emotionally charged environments. This episode will challenge you to rethink how you handle disagreement, build trust across differences, and create spaces where people genuinely feel they belong. You’ll also discover why football, community, and face-to-face connection still matter deeply in an increasingly disconnected world. If you’re leading a team…

People in this episode

Host: Sumit Gupta

Guest: Roisin Wood

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Community Foundation NI

Places: Northern Ireland

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