Programmes / Leadership

Start Here, Lead There.

Leadership is at the core of what we do. It is how we develop young people holistically. The tools to give them what they need to thrive into adulthood.

Step 1 of 5TAKE PART

It starts in our hubs and schools. Young people come along, find their place and start to grow in confidence.

What we run

YOUTH COUNCIL

Young voices shaping what we do.

Our YOUTH COUNCIL is open to young people aged 14 and over. They share ideas, plan events and help shape our programmes so they work for the young people who use them.

What happens here
Having a real say
Planning events and projects
Deliver an awareness campaign
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“Being able to have a voice is so important to make sure our programmes stay relevant”
Ready to step up?Get in touch!
End of course trip

MUSKOKA WOODS

Young leaders who complete LEARN TO LEAD finish with the trip of a lifetime to Muskoka Woods in Canada. Adventure, leadership challenges and time together bring everything they have learned to life.

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See more about Muskoka Woods
THRIVE

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