Michael Mackenzie-Shreenan
Michael Mackenzie-Shreenan
@michaelmshreenan@provocarecoaching.com
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  • NGOs vs. Government Workforces: The Strengths, Struggles, and Power of Collaboration

    The divide between NGO workers and government employees is as striking as it is inevitable. One side thrives on passion-fueled missions, nimble actions, and close community ties. The other is on structure, authority, and the strength of scale. While their approaches can clash, it’s these very differences that hold the most promise. When their strengths…

  • Community Centres: Leading with Compassion in Times of Division and Uncertainty

    Community centres have long been pillars of connection, inclusion, and growth. But today, in a world characterised by political extremism, social division, and constant change, their role has never been more crucial—or impactful. While governments wrangle over policies and social media flares with heated debates, community centres quietly step into a vital position of leadership.…

  • Challenging Gatekeepers: Inclusive Voices in Communities

    Some voices are loud enough to make you believe they represent everyone. They claim to speak for the “community,” carrying an air of authority and inclusivity. But beneath the surface, many of these groups aren’t speaking for the community as a whole — they’re speaking for those who align with their specific political narrative. And…

  • Why Being Easy to Work With is an Underrated Skill (and How to Master It)

    We talk a lot about technical expertise, innovation, and leadership when it comes to achieving success in NGOs and government work. But here’s a truth we don’t emphasise enough: being easy to work with is a game-changer—and, frankly, an underrated superpower. Call it soft, call it basic, but think about it—when the pressure is on…

  • Why Great Messages Fail with Bad Protest Strategies (and How to Fix It)

    You’ve got the message. It’s bold, raw, and demands long-overdue change. Yet somehow, it feels like no one’s really hearing it. Why? Why do movements packed with undeniable truth sometimes fizzle, leaving supporters frustrated, ignored, and disillusioned? Let’s face it—because a great message, no matter how powerful, isn’t enough. Without the right strategy, even the…

  • Unyielding Integrity: The True Cost of Compromise

    Integrity forms the backbone of NGOs and government institutions. It builds trust, fuels impact, and transforms visions into action. But cracks in integrity begin subtly—often disguised as practical solutions or necessary sacrifices. These cracks can snowball into disastrous outcomes, shaking the trust of those you aim to serve. Here’s the truth: even the slightest compromise…