To the courageous women and men
Who speak up heroically
When it matters most
Pressing their leaders to do the right thing
Beyond personal agendas
Fighting past the point of fatigue
Meeting threats and retaliation
Their selflessness and integrity inspires
Seldom recognized
Often stigmatized
Their message eventually prevails
Many times too late for them
They are a source of light
Organizations ultimately respond
New leaders turn the tide
Paving the way for the next generation
A transformation may take hold
A decade after the first issue erupted
May this book support your judgements
It is lonely at the top
Leaders must choose words of contrition
Separate from the past
Connect to the future
Taking an illuminated path to rehabilitation
Steering under pressure
Battling through darkness
Themes from the book of Genesis
The sentences are mine
The words come from the few with courage
That inspire
And create a better world
* * *
To my homes: El Salvador, Canada, and The Netherlands
To my family and friends
With thanks to:
Clients that shared their stories
The dynamic and creative writing team of James Geuzebroek and Mark Laurie
Family and friends that provided extensive support
Guidance and support from Shana
The art and input from Mateo and Bianca
The edits by Maria
Brainstorming support from friends
Idea development with Mark
Idea visualization with Bob and Tristan
Diligent commentary from Leon, David, and Rikkert
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