Reflections of Havergal: 1994-2019

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STRATEGIC PLANS

The Institute’s mission is to enable the Havergal community to understand the complexities of the world and, grounded in that understanding, to make a difference in the world through our commitment to building human capability both at home and abroad. In 2006, the school welcomed Ann Peel as its first Director of The Institute, and it was quickly clear that she appreciated its potential. As she explained it to Wendy Reid for her article in the Fall 2006 Torch : Havergal has the opportunity to be on the cutting edge of a new approach to promoting the welfare of the human race, which is the very purpose behind our commitment to making a difference. This approach operates from people’s strengths, a recognition of our shared humanity and the knowledge that effective change comes when we actively support individuals to be agents in their own lives. Our vision is that Havergal students will be bold and intelligent leaders for such change. This is the essence of the capabilities approach to human developments which will guide the work of The Institute. Strategic Directions 2004–08, like the plans that preceded it, showed that Havergal deserved its reputation as an exemplary educational institution and as a leader in the education of girls and young women.

“The Institute at Havergal College: Leadership through understanding” by Wendy Reid in the Fall 2006 Torch explains the final decision of the Board of Governors: After reviewing six potential initiatives, the Board ultimately approved the establishment of The Institute at Havergal. Explains Bruce [Mau], “Havergal College’s history is that of a pull between the forces of tradition and innovation. The challenge for the school is to continue to enable its students to navigate a complex world and to become leaders of the future.” The ambitious goals of The Institute at Havergal answer the profound question posed to students by Havergal’s first principal, Ellen Knox: “What are you going to do?” As the article goes on to explain,

Torch , Fall 2006 cover.

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