Leadership and Learning in South Africa: Exploring the diiVe Experience

Hear about leadership and learning in a recent episode of Middlebury College’s podcast series, “Opening Up: A Conflict Transformation Podcast,” which delved into the internship experiences offered by diiVe, a South Africa-based organization providing high-impact internships to college students.

In the episode released on February 7, 2024, listeners heard from Elspeth Boynton, the founder and CEO of diiVe. Boynton shared insights into the organization’s mission, which focuses on providing high-impact internships blending leadership development, purpose coaching, data science skills, and cultural immersion.

What sets diiVe apart is its innovative approach to conflict transformation. By incorporating conflict resolution strategies into their curriculum, diiVe equips students with skills for navigating workplace dynamics and cross-cultural experiences. This unique integration of practical skills with immersive cultural experiences promises to shape future leaders equipped to tackle global challenges with empathy and understanding.

Also joining the conversation is CCI’s Amy McGlashan, Director of Academic Initiatives and Special Projects. The podcast is hosted by Sarah Stroup, Director of the Davis Collaborative in Conflict Transformation. Together, they explored the significance of diiVe’s approach in fostering a generation of socially conscious leaders ready to make a positive impact on the world. McGlashan, whose role involves fostering opportunities for experiential learning, highlighted Middlebury’s collaboration with diiVe, which includes funding support for students to participate in their winter-term and summer internships.

For those intrigued by diiVe’s mission, listeners are encouraged to visit diiVe’s website here to learn more about their internship opportunities.

To explore more episodes and learn about the Conflict Transformation Collaborative at Middlebury, visit their website here.