Prepared by: Brian H.E Ingwee, Founder of VOCI Report Period: January 10 - January 31, 2026 Report Date: January 28, 2026
I. VOCI Journey Overview
VOCI (Voice of Change Initiative) began its official Cohort 1 training program in January 2026 at MUT Campus. This report documents the significant progress made, challenges identified, and strategic recommendations for continued growth and member engagement.
II. Progress Timeline & Key Activities
January 10-11, 2026
Hand-on Sessions & Orientation
Met with all registered Cohort 1 members. Shared updated program of events and refined curriculum content. Established baseline expectations and member engagement protocols.
January 15, 2026
Session 1: Personal Vision & Self-Discovery
Focus: Members identified their unique abilities, potentials, and interests through guided exercises.
Exercise: List 3 unique abilities, 3 potentials, 3 main interests
Objective: Foundation for drafting personal vision statements (to be refined progressively)
January 18 & 20, 2026
Recap Sessions
Thursday recap (Jan 18) and Saturday recap (Jan 20) to reinforce Session 1 concepts.
January 17, 2026
Session 2: The Power of Words and Precision
Curriculum focus on effective communication.
Assignment: Members prepared presentations with voice recordings
Submission: Via WhatsApp group to admin team
January 22, 2026
Session 3: Active Listening & Feedback Loop
Curriculum: Active Listening techniques and feedback mechanisms.
Note: No recap session due to PREVA Week activities
January 24, 2026
Saturday Session: Careers, Calling & Influence
Met with available members. Discussed intentional awareness of influence spheres.
Key Decisions Made:
Begin sharing 1+ research articles/pieces weekly in areas of interest and influence
Formation of VOCI HUBS (see section below)
January 21, 2026
VOCI ELT Meeting
Leadership team alignment on strategic initiatives:
Initiation of VOCI Peer Mentorship Groups process
Book reading culture: "The Assignment" by Mike Murdock (31-day challenge)
Active Listening & Feedback Assessment Form development
January 25-31, 2026
Peer Mentorship Group Formation & Book Club Launch
Established peer groups with book reading challenge: Members to read one chapter daily, document thoughts and lessons in peer group chats.
January 31, 2026
Session 4 (Upcoming): Structuring a Powerful Speech
Saturday session to continue curriculum progression.
III. VOCI HUBS Initiative
In response to the principle that "you cannot sharpen what you are not aware of," four specialized hubs were established for knowledge sharing and resource interaction:
VOCI Business & Entrepreneurship Hub - For business-minded members to share and discuss entrepreneurial insights, case studies, and opportunities
Creative & Innovation Hub - For creative professionals and innovators to collaborate on creative solutions and share industry trends
Community Advocacy Hub - For members passionate about community impact and social change
Governance & Policy Hub - For members interested in policy development, institutional leadership, and governance
Purpose: These hubs enable targeted knowledge sharing within areas of member interest while maintaining cohort unity and cross-hub learning opportunities.
IV. Member Categories Assessment & Status
1. VOCI ELT (Executive Leadership Team)
Status: STRONG
Performance Highlights:
Consistent leadership and strategic decision-making
Active in curriculum development and session facilitation
Engaged in peer mentorship group structuring
Collaborative in planning VOCI Hubs and growth initiatives
Recommendations:
Strengthen content creation and social media presence strategies
Establish accountability mechanisms for weekly social media posting
Assign specific responsibilities for hub management and coordination
Develop mentorship evaluation criteria and feedback mechanisms
2. VOCI Committed Members
Status: ENGAGED
Performance Highlights:
Consistent attendance at sessions and recap classes
Active participation in exercises and assignments
Engaged in peer mentorship groups
Contributing to book club activities and discussions
Showing progress in personal vision statement development
Recommendations:
Recognize and celebrate their commitment publicly
Assign leadership roles in VOCI Hubs based on interests
Create mentorship opportunities where they guide newer members
Provide advanced resources to deepen their learning
Encourage documentation and sharing of their progress journeys
3. VOCI Members Yet to Attend Any Session
Status: AT RISK
Identified Challenges:
Possible scheduling conflicts or logistical barriers
Potential lack of clarity on program expectations
May have registered impulsively without genuine commitment
Possible communication gaps about session schedules
Strategic Interventions Required:
Immediate Contact: Personal phone calls or WhatsApp messages from ELT members to understand barriers
Flexible Scheduling Options: Identify if recorded sessions or alternative timing works better
Onboarding Process: Conduct individual or small group onboarding sessions to clarify value and expectations
Commitment Conversation: Honest discussion about level of commitment and realistic participation
Low-Barrier Entry: Invite to social or informal VOCI Hub meetings to reduce pressure
Clear Deadline: Set a decision deadline (by Feb 14) for re-engagement or graceful exit
4. VOCI Members Who Missed Some Sessions
Status: NEEDS SUPPORT
Identified Challenges:
Unavoidable circumstances: work, illness, family emergencies
Academic or personal commitments conflicting with session times
Inconsistent personal motivation or accountability
PREVA Week and other institutional activities created scheduling conflicts
Strategic Interventions Required:
Personalized Support: Assign peer mentors to help them catch up on missed content
Recorded Sessions: Ensure all sessions are recorded for asynchronous access
Makeup Sessions: Create smaller makeup session groups for those who missed key classes
Accountability Check-ins: Schedule brief 1-on-1 check-ins to understand barriers and offer solutions
Flexible Hub Participation: Allow hub participation even if full session attendance is challenging
Assignment Extensions: Provide reasonable deadlines for catching up on assignments
Re-engagement Strategy: Create a "coming back strong" messaging campaign
V. Key Accomplishments (January 2026)
✓ Successfully launched Cohort 1 with full orientation and member engagement
✓ Delivered 4 core curriculum sessions with recap classes
✓ Established VOCI ELT with clear leadership structure
✓ Initiated 4 VOCI Hubs aligned with member interests and career paths
✓ Launched Peer Mentorship program structure
✓ Started book club culture with 31-day "Assignment" reading challenge
✓ Created assignment and presentation delivery mechanisms (WhatsApp group submissions)
VI. Challenges Identified
1. Inconsistent Social Media & Content Presence
Priority: HIGH
Not consistently posting session moments and updates
Lack of intentional time allocation for content creation and recording
Momentum has slowed over the last week of January
2. Low Initial Attendance & Member Drop-off
Priority: CRITICAL
Some registered members have not attended any sessions
Others have missed multiple sessions without clear communication
Lack of systematic follow-up process for absent members
3. Assessment Form Delays
Priority: MEDIUM
Active Listening & Feedback assessment form still in development
Need to formalize and launch evaluation mechanism
4. External Institutional Conflicts
Priority: MEDIUM
PREVA Week and other campus events disrupted session schedules
Impacts member attendance and leadership capacity
Need better coordination with campus calendar
VII. Proposed Way Forward & Growth Strategy
A. Member Engagement & Retention Strategy
Phase 1: Immediate Triage (By Feb 7, 2026)
Conduct member categorization audit (who's attending, who's missing, who's not engaged)
Personal outreach to all non-attending members (phone calls + WhatsApp)