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.
Progress Timeline
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.
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)
Recap Sessions
Thursday recap (Jan 18) and Saturday recap (Jan 20) to reinforce Session 1 concepts and ensure all members are aligned.
Session 2: The Power of Words and Precision
Curriculum Focus: Effective communication and the power of language.
- Assignment: Members prepared presentations with voice recordings
- Submission: Via WhatsApp group to admin team
Session 3: Active Listening & Feedback Loop
Curriculum: Active Listening techniques and feedback mechanisms for effective relationships.
Note: No recap session due to PREVA Week activities
Saturday Session: Careers, Calling & Influence
Met with available members. Discussed intentional awareness of influence spheres and how to be deliberate about the spaces we occupy.
Key Decisions Made:
- Begin sharing 1+ research articles/pieces weekly in areas of interest and influence
- Formation of VOCI HUBS (see section below)
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
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.
Session 4 (Upcoming): Structuring a Powerful Speech
Saturday session to continue curriculum progression and build on previous learnings in communication.
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:
Business & Entrepreneurship
For business-minded members to share and discuss entrepreneurial insights, case studies, and opportunities
Creative & Innovation
For creative professionals and innovators to collaborate on creative solutions and share industry trends
Community Advocacy
For members passionate about community impact and social change initiatives
Governance & Policy
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.
Member Categories Assessment
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
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
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
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
Key Accomplishments
- 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)
Challenges Identified
Inconsistent Social Media & Content Presence
HIGH PRIORITY- 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
Low Initial Attendance & Member Drop-off
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
Assessment Form Delays
MEDIUM- Active Listening & Feedback assessment form still in development
- Need to formalize and launch evaluation mechanism
External Institutional Conflicts
MEDIUM- PREVA Week and other campus events disrupted session schedules
- Impacts member attendance and leadership capacity
- Need better coordination with campus calendar
Our Path Forward
We've documented a comprehensive strategy with 59 actionable tasks organized across 3 strategic phases. See the complete TO DO LIST for detailed implementation plans.
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