Fr. Olvin Veigas, SJ, faculty at St Joseph's Institute of Management, Bengaluru, delivered a session on “Discernment and Leadership” to 50 student leaders from St. Joseph’s College of Law (SJCL), Bengaluru. The session, introduced by Fr. Jerald D'Souza, SJ, the director of SJCL, explored Ignatian spirituality as a foundation for leadership, emphasizing self-reflection, awareness, and purposeful action.

Fr. Veigas discussed discernment as a core leadership skill, highlighting the importance of aligning decisions with values and focusing on the greater good. He presented practical Ignatian tools, including reflection and the “Examination of Consciousness,” helping leaders make choices with clarity and integrity. Through real-life examples, such as the case of a public defender navigating ethical dilemmas, Fr. Veigas illustrated how discernment leads to courageous, value-driven leadership.

The session concluded with a Q&A, where students engaged actively, reflecting the talk's impact on their understanding of ethical and compassionate leadership.

The event took place on October 29, 2024.

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