PEOPLE MAKE THE WORLD GO ROUND

COACHING FOR

SOCIAL IMPACT

Social impact leadership is a values-driven approach to leadership that prioritizes equity, community empowerment, and systemic change. It is rooted in self-awareness, strategic action, and a commitment to developing others. Social impact leaders leverage their influence to challenge inequities, foster collaboration, and implement sustainable solutions that drive meaningful, long-term impact in their communities and organizations.

At Messy Roots, we know that social impact leadership isn’t just about holding a title—it’s about the ability to inspire, strategize, and create lasting change. Our Social Impact Leadership Coaching is designed to equip leaders with the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to navigate challenges, build strong teams, and drive systemic impact.

Through our coaching approach, leaders will:

  • Clarify their leadership identity, aligning their values, lived experiences, and strengths with their approach to impact.

  • Develop and execute strategies that enhance leadership effectiveness, improve decision-making, and strengthen organizational capacity.

  • Foster a coaching culture within their teams and organizations, ensuring leadership development is sustainable and homegrown.

  • Engage in deep reflection and action-oriented coaching, helping them move from ideas to meaningful change.

  • Receive ongoing mentorship and support from experienced Social Impact Leadership Coaches committed to growing their impact and influence.

With years of training and experience, our team helps social impact leaders break through barriers, refine their leadership approach, and build communities that thrive. Whether you’re looking to grow personally, strengthen your team, or cultivate a leadership culture that lasts, Messy Roots provides the coaching, tools, and network to help you lead with purpose and power.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A COACH?

We offer two coaching certification programs designed for social impact leaders. Our certifications empower leaders to seamlessly integrate coaching into their leadership and management approach, enhancing their effectiveness and impact.

Many of our certified leaders have leveraged their training to successfully launch part-time or full-time coaching practices. We value the diversity of our participants, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives enriches the learning experience for all. To date, over 100 social impact leaders have successfully earned their coaching certification through our program.

DATA POINTS

  • 90% of leaders of Color state that they would love to have a coach that looks like them/similar backgrounds. 

  • People of Color only make up 27% of the coaching industry (13% Latinx, 9% Black, 5% Asian, .2% Native American.

  • 75% of leaders of color stated never having a BIPOC Social Impact Leadership Coach.

  • 95% of our Messy Roots Participants  have not received any formal training for coaching or received development to grow as a coach prior to joining our program. This is compared to 45% of coaches nationally. 

  • 100% of Messy Roots coaching certification graduates stated that the program prepared them to support team members and/or coachees.

  • Messy Roots has provided leadership coaching certificates to over 50 leaders of color and supported over 10 organizations. 

  • According to the International Coaching Federation, organizations are dedicated to cultivating a coaching culture. The survey reveals that 85% of respondents collaborate with managers and leaders proficient in coaching skills, 64% enlist external coach practitioners, and half engage internal coach practitioners. This trend indicates a promising outlook for integrated coaching methodologies, with most intending to enhance or sustain these approaches in the coming five years.

    BUILDING A COACHING CULTURE

    A coaching culture fosters continuous growth, leadership development, and deeper engagement within an organization or community. By integrating coaching principles into daily interactions, leaders empower individuals to maximize their potential and create lasting impact.

    Why Build a Coaching Culture?

    • Enhances personal and professional development.

    • Strengthens collaboration and team dynamics.

    • Encourages reflective practice and learning.

    • Drives social impact by equipping individuals to lead effectively.