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What We Do
Seven Pillars of Wellbeing
Aligned with our mission to collaborate with community leaders, healthcare professionals, educators, and organizations for sustainable improvements in health and education, Stepping Stones for Global Development introduces six foundational pillars of wellbeing. These pillars are designed to enhance critical aspects of life across diverse communities, particularly those that are resource-scarce, ensuring that every individual can achieve their fullest potential.
1. Social and Community Wellbeing
We foster strong social bonds and community engagement by building supportive networks that encourage mutual understanding, collaboration, and the celebration of individual talents within a shared vision.
2. Educational Wellbeing
We advocate for continuous learning and educational empowerment at all life stages, providing access to the knowledge and skills needed to adapt and succeed in a changing world.
3. Physical Wellbeing
We promote health and wellness initiatives that encourage a balanced lifestyle, including regular physical activity, nutrition, sustainable and preventative healthcare.
4. Environmental Wellbeing
Our commitment to the planet focuses on sustainability and ecological stewardship to maintain and restore the health of the environments we inhabit.
5. Economic Wellbeing
We provide financial knowledge and tools necessary for economic stability and informed decision-making, supporting sustainable development and resilience.
6. Professional Wellbeing
We cultivate job satisfaction and professional growth through targeted educational training and development, aligning individual strengths with professional roles to enhance productivity and personal fulfillment.
7. Emotional Wellbeing
We support resilience, self-awareness, and emotional health by fostering empathy, positivity psychology, and mental wellness, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Past Project
Galapagos Medical Brigade March 2023
In March 2023, Stepping Stones for Global Development organized a medical brigade in the Galapagos Islands, providing essential health services to resource-scarce communities in Puerto Ayora and Puerto Villamil. With a team of 16 U.S. volunteers, 4 local volunteers, and support from the Municipal Government, our clinics served over 150 patients in mental health, gynecology, and general medicine, and hosted workshops on mental and women’s health. The Executive Director also led a strengths-based workshop for hospital staff, empowering them with tools for personal and professional development. This mission raised $4,733 in medical donations and a $2,500 colposcope for local healthcare. We are committed to continuing our support for the Galapagos and expanding our partnerships in the community.
Current Program
Community and Leadership Building in the Galapagos Islands
We’re excited to launch a groundbreaking program in the Galápagos, identifying 20 local leaders from diverse sectors including tourism, government, nonprofits, media, and more.
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December 2024: Participants will take the CliftonStrengths assessment to discover their unique talents.
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January 2025: Emily Caldwell, a certified CliftonStrengths coach, will lead an interactive workshop focused on leadership, team building, and positive psychology.
Following the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to implement the program in their workplace if they choose, using insights from a focus group to explore how strengths-based psychology can benefit their organizations and the broader community.
This initiative aims to foster collaboration, resilience, and sustainable growth in the Galápagos. Stay tuned as we empower leaders to create meaningful change!