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The YMCA Louisiana Youth and Government (Y&G) program is a statewide initiative promoting civic engagement through the YMCA's philosophy of being an organization that is continuously active in exercising social responsibility. This particular program prepares high schoolers for moral and political leadership. Through Y&G, teens learn about and experience government policies first-hand and learn how they can be changemakers to improve their communities. Plus, teens form lasting friendships, benefit from mentors, and sharpen their critical thinking, public speaking and writing skills. The mission of the YMCA Youth & Government program is two-fold: To encourage and foster leadership through service, fellowship, responsibility, and respect for oneself and others among all participants, and To educate and engage students in the process of government from local to national to international so that they become more active participants in their communities. DEMOCRACY MUST BE LEARNED BY EACH GENERATION"

Wondering why you should join the Youth Advisory Board? Hear from our park team members, David Bush and Daveion Beach, as they share the incredible feedback they've received from Toledo's kids and teens. Together with the board, they work to turn that feedback into action, creating new and exciting activities for our community! 💬 💪 Do you believe in prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of young people in Toledo? If so, we want YOU on our team! Submit your application by April 1st and lets make a difference together! Link in the comments below! #YouthAdvisoryBoard

Read this blog that our CEO Saeed Atcha MBE DL wrote about the importance of youth leadership 💪 #YoungLeaders #Governance #Schools

Credit to Judge Lippman, Lawrence Buterman, and the whole team at Latham & Watkins for a thorough, thoughtful, and actionable report on the vital topic of combating antisemitism at CUNY, a crown jewel in the public education system of New York. Their recommendation for a revamp of the portal where CUNY students can file complaints about antisemitic or discriminatory behavior and learn of investigations, summarized at page 12, stands out as something CUNY leadership can tackle in short order and as something all organizations can learn from. Full report here: https://lnkd.in/edtEpssH

At Brighton Our World, we often ponder an essential question: "Who will lead us tomorrow?" The answer lies in today's children, and our mission is to nurture these future leaders through compassion, community, and education. BOW is dedicated to building the leaders of tomorrow by instilling the values of generosity and service from a young age. Our programs, such as children helping children, not only teach kids how to give back but also the importance of empathy and understanding. These experiences are foundational in shaping thoughtful, proactive, and caring leaders who will navigate the challenges of the future with grace and determination. By supporting their growth through scholarships, educational initiatives, and community involvement, we ensure that these young minds receive the tools they need to succeed and make a difference. Our aim is not just to develop their academic skills but to foster a sense of responsibility and a commitment to making the world a better place. Join us as we invest in our children today, so they are ready to lead us into tomorrow. Learn more about our programs and how you can contribute to shaping the leaders of the future at https://lnkd.in/gXYKxB48. #BrightonOurWorld #FutureLeaders #ChildrenHelpingChildren #LeadTomorrow

Student voice and choice are essential. Check out this clip from the webinar “Authentic Student Leadership in a Time of Crisis,” featuring Principal Charles Anderson of Chicago Public Schools, to gain valuable insights. Watch the full webinar. #SEL https://loom.ly/wJsVh6k

LEAD 505 - Developing Human Captial studies how leadership and change in contemporary organizations are connected; emphasizing changing institutions in our society to help them be more humane and responsive. Learn more about this course and others in the MSNP program here https://hubs.la/Q02PL4TD0

This couldn't have surfaced at better time. The time to protect our Universities from politicians is now. Championing the cause for the "Depoliticization of Students Leadership " must be a priority. If you haven't read my work on "Depoliticizing students' leadership: advocating for meritocracy" then you should take a read now. Do tap on the link. Our Universities must be protected from politicians at all cost. https://lnkd.in/dkPpndmg

For #PhilanthropyThursday we want to highlight Kids First Chicago 🏫 Kids First Chicago helps families understand education and policy data so that they can navigate to and advocate for high-quality public schools for their children and communities. They do this through direct services that include one-on-one support, informational events, leadership development opportunities, and community-based convenings and presentations. Their policy priorities align with issues identified by parent leaders in their network; their analysis of publicly available data related to education, census, and life outcomes; and strategic opportunities presented to K1C where parents are invited to the decision-making table on an emerging topic or issue of significance to education in Chicago. They aim to create a system where every kid defies gravity—a system that ensures equitable access to quality schools, funding, and transparent information in all communities. https://lnkd.in/ekqxgVSB

With Insight Education want to advance the prospects of black-heritage students so that they are better placed to progress and achieve social mobility. Can you help provide outstanding leadership as their new Chair of Trustees as they scale? Find out more: