Middle Project’s mission is to prepare ethical leaders for a just society. Crises test our values and exercise our leadership muscles. The global crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic is an opportunity to reflect upon our individual and collective behavior.
We believe it is a time for ethical leaders to step forward and help others, to share stories and ideas, and to be compassionate, courageous and calm. It is also a time for prayer in all forms —from exuberant dancing and laughter to silent meditation and mindful meals. It’s a time to share accurate facts to help fight the spread of fear and misinformation. And, it is a time for reflection on who and what truly matters—a time for strength and resilience.
We invite you to share your ideas, resources and stories on ethical leadership. Please send them to yusuf.george@gmail.com, and we’ll add them to the list below. Here’s a few articles and websites to kick us off:
If you feel sick and think it might be Coronavirus, click here!
GENERAL RESOURCES:
CDC Coronavirus General Resource Page
New York Times’ Ongoing Coronavirus Coverage
New York City Coronavirus News Page
New York City Coronavirus Service & Resource Page
Harvard Medical School Coronavirus Information
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Case Tracker
NYC United Against Coronavirus Resource List
Excellent Medical Blog about Coronavirus Insights
Beyond Overwhelm Into Refuge: A Care Package for Finding Sanctuary in Turbulent Times
It’s also crucial that we act as leaders within our communities, encouraging others to act responsibly to help protect themselves and others.
HOW TO BE A LEADER DURING THIS CRISIS:
The Moral Dilemma of Coronavirus Quarantines
Living Gratefully in the Time of Coronavirus
Ethical Leadership More Important than Ever During Coronavirus Crisis
How to Slow the Spread of Fear
Examples of Ethical Corporate Leadership
Best Stories About Coronavirus Solutions
The Greater Good’s Guide to Being Well During This Crisis
How Non-Profits Can Utilize New Federal COVID-19 Laws
PROTECTING OUR DEMOCRACY:
Join the Middle Voting Project by emailing votingproject@middleproject.org and Claudia Slacik
Advocate for Voting by Mail
Support Sen. Ron Wyden’s bill
It’s also crucial to stay spiritually connected during this time. See the list of resources below for opportunities to be in virtual community during this crisis.
MIDDLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH RESOURCES:
Join the weekly This Moment Rally moments of hope and inspiration, Thursdays at 2:00 p.m.
Click here to see the full list of Middle Church virtual gatherings.
Join Middle for worship, Sundays at 11:45, on MiddleChurch.org or Middle’s Facebook and YouTube channels.