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Shrien Dewani on Validation as Leadership: A Lesson from This Week on Personhood in Practice
By: Shrien Dewani In social care, the most transformative leadership often happens in the quietest moments when we choose to recognise the human being in front of us before the problem we need to solve. This week reminded me that validation is not a soft skill; it is a form of leadership that shapes culture, protects dignity and strengthens the relationships our sector depends on. This reflection is for anyone committed to leading with emotional clarity, steadiness and res

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3 days ago3 min read


Shrien Dewani: A Leadership Reflection Inspired by Hanuman
By: Shrien Dewani In my quieter, more reflective moments, I often find myself thinking about how my personal values and beliefs shape the way I lead. Leadership is never just a set of strategies or decisions it is an expression of who we are, what we stand for, and the principles we carry within us. For me, those inner principles were shaped from childhood. I have always been a devout believer in Hanuman a deity who has felt close to me throughout my life. I’m not entirely

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5 days ago3 min read


Shrien Dewani: Where Possibility Begins, Reflection from the Alice Years
A look back at Evolve Care Group’s Alice-inspired away day led by Shrien Dewani, celebrating leadership, community, and believing the impossible is possible.

Shrien Dewani
Nov 261 min read


Shrien Dewani: Why Behavioural Awareness Matters in Social Care Leadership
By: Shrien Dewani Reflections ahead of our Evolve Leadership Training Day, Bristol 2025 Every year for more than fifteen years, I have had the privilege of gathering a large group of Evolve leaders for our annual immersive training day. It is one of the true highlights of our calendar: a rare moment where 150 colleagues step out of the rhythm of daily operational pressures and step into a theatre-style space designed for reflection, learning, and leadership renewal. This year

Shrien Dewani
Nov 213 min read


A Leadership View from Shrien Dewani
Why Gratitude, Not Hostility: Must Guide Social Care By: Shrien Dewani Shrien Dewani’s Perspective: The Reality Behind the Migration Debate In moments when political narratives turn cold and dismissive, ... Read more

Shrien Dewani
Nov 202 min read


Shrien Dewani: The Real Crisis Behind Brenda’s Story in Social Care
By: Shrien Dewani For years, the public conversation around Health & Social Care has been shaped more by headlines than by truth. We react with emotion, but rarely with ... Read more

Shrien Dewani
Nov 193 min read
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