Anishinaabe Values and Servant Leadership: A Two-Eyed Seeing Approach

Abstract

This case study explores the connections between the Mishomis Teachings (also known as the Seven Grandfather Teachings within the Anishinaabe culture) and the principles of Servant Leadership. Through a systematic literature review and the theoretical frameworks of Two-Eyed Seeing and Ethical Space, the Mishomis Teachings and their connections to Servant Leadership are researched to address the inquiry: How is a Two-Eyed Seeing approach to Servant Leadership informed by Anishinaabe Values? The literature reveals significant connections between the Mishomis Teachings and Servant Leadership that provide an Indigenized perspective on values-based leadership practices. The implications of this study highlight a growing need within academia for Indigenous Knowledge to support and enhance Decolonization, Indigenization and Reconciliation efforts.