The Act of Service: The Act of Service: Your Guide to Public Roles and Becoming Influential in the UK - Hardcover
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What if your next step was not just a career move but a chance to change lives and influence society?
The Act of Service is a practical and inspiring guide to stepping into public roles in the UK such as school governor, magistrate, councillor, trustee or Member of Parliament. Drawing on her lived understanding and experience, Bukky Okunade equips you with the skills, insights and sample interview and media questions to prepare with confidence and present yourself as a credible candidate for leadership.
Inside you will discover how to:
- Step into the different public roles in the UK and understand what governors, councillors, trustees, magistrates and MPs actually do
- Build credibility, confidence and communication skills that help your voice carry influence
- Approach interviews and media questions with clarity using practical examples from lived experience
- Develop your potential and grow into a leader who serves and inspires your community
- Create real impact locally while preparing for opportunities to shape change on a national level
If you feel called to lead, serve and make a difference, this book will equip you with the tools and confidence to step forward. Your community and your nation need leaders, and The Act of Service will guide you to rise to that call and make your contribution count.
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Bukky Okunade has over 25 years in public service and is recognised as a trusted voice in leadership, justice and community impact. She served as a UK councillor for 16 years and continues to contribute as a magistrate. An accredited Civil and Commercial Mediator through the Society of Mediators, she is dedicated to helping individuals and communities resolve conflict and thrive. Holding a Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of London, Bukky shares her lived experience and insights in The Act of Service to inspire others to lead with purpose and influence.
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