Books
At Swed Development, we are committed to creating positive, lasting change in the world through inclusive and innovative leadership. Dr. Trisha Swed's work has always centered on redefining leadership, whether by empowering youth to step into their leadership roles or by exploring global leadership models that offer sustainability for future generations. On this page, you’ll discover two key books currently shaping the discourse on leadership development: Ecosystems of Youth Leadership Development and Global Generative Leadership: Lessons from Women's Leadership to Sustain Our Future
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Ecosystems of Youth Leadership Development:
Pathways to Programs
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Published by Emerald Publishing, this groundbreaking book redefines youth leadership by integrating community, culture, and inclusion into a dynamic ecosystem. Ecosystems of Youth Leadership Development offers a fresh framework for empowering the next generation of leaders—whether you're an educator, nonprofit leader, or community advocate.
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Global Generative Leadership:
Lessons from women's leadership to sustain our future
Ebook available October 26, 2026; hardcover November 16, 2026.
Co-edited by Trisha Swed and Sharon Wamble-King, this volume in the International Leadership Association’s Transformative Women Leaders series brings together women leaders and scholars from around the world. Their experiences explore how generative leadership can create lasting change and help sustain our shared future.
