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Youth LEAD Institute

 

Youth LEAD Institute Programs

The Las Caras Lindas (LCL) Youth LEAD Institute (YLI) is comprised of two key components. The first program is the Core Program which has been working with young diverse women in the community since 2006. Over the years it has evolved from an 8-week summer program to a 12-week self-esteem leadership development program. The second component is the Youth LEADers Program which is designed as a follow-up o graduates of the Core Program who are interested in becoming leaders in their community.


YLI LEAD Goals

Participants in the YLI LEAD Program complete a three modules, covering self-esteem, mental & physical health, community engagement and leadership development, through series of workshops and activities across a 12-week period. Once participants have completed the Core Program they can apply to participate in the Youth LEADers program.

  • Help girls to understand themselves as individuals
  • Members of their community and
  • Leaders in society






Youth LEADers Program Goals

Participants in the Youth LEADers program participate in a number of LCL Core Program workshops, Community Network programs, community partner events throughout the year. Youth LEADers are also encouraged to identify a woman leader for whom they would like to develop a mentoring relationship with and shadow for one day.

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  • Developing one’s authentic voice
  • Connecting one’s purpose toward the advancement of self and others
  • Nurturing meaningful relationships with leading women in the community
  • Living a life of community engagement

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