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I thematically analyzed and synthesized qualitative data gathered through reflexive and arts-based journaling and in dialogue sessions with feedback partners by way of grounded theory. I engaged participants from my faith community and dialogued with these witches about their experiences and my own experiences of making change. The results indicate that; being a witch is equally a spiritual orientation and a political stance, gathering in sister circles amplifies this cultural norm and is a determinant of health, and using imagination and storytelling can engage children in the discussion, as a strategy to pass teachings to future generations. Keywords: leadership, system change, witchcraft, women","abstract_html":"In this thesis, I examine divine feminine leadership praxis through the lens of systems thinking, leadership, and change management theory. Using the decolonized methodology of generationally practiced witchcraft ceremonies and moon magic, I sought to build my own divine feminine leadership praxis and discuss how the application of this paradigm might address and heal trauma while also effecting system change. I collected qualitative data over the course of 28 days, or a full lunar and menstrual cycle, also referred to as the moon cycle. I thematically analyzed and synthesized qualitative data gathered through reflexive and arts-based journaling and in dialogue sessions with feedback partners by way of grounded theory. I engaged participants from my faith community and dialogued with these witches about their experiences and my own experiences of making change. The results indicate that; being a witch is equally a spiritual orientation and a political stance, gathering in sister circles amplifies this cultural norm and is a determinant of health, and using imagination and storytelling can engage children in the discussion, as a strategy to pass teachings to future generations. 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