Category Archives: Leadership

The Experiment in International Living

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The Experiment in International Living provides summer abroad programs for high school students who want to connect deeply and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country. Participants explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme.

Programs are designed to equip participants not only with essential cultural skills, college prep skills, and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to critical global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit. Each year, hundreds of Experimenters come away from their summer abroad with invaluable new skills, connections, awareness, and knowledge that help them to thrive — and lead — in diverse, intercultural environments.

The Experiment is committed to providing participants from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds with access to The Experiment’s immersive cross-cultural programs through its partnerships, scholarships, and other initiatives.

Our Programs - A thematic focus — on sustainability and the environment; arts and social change; language and cultural discovery; leadership training; or peace, politics, and human rights

Our Summer 2020 application is now available, so apply or pre-register today!

We are now accepting applications for summer 2020 on rolling basis. Our priority enrollment deadline is on February 12, 2020.

The Leadership Institute application deadline is on January 15, 2020.

Youth Leadership Councils

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NYC Youth Leadership Councils:

Description:

Youth Leadership Councils (YLCs) was established through an effort by NYC Service to develop future leaders and create a culture of youth voice in our city. YLCs are groups of trained young people between ages 14-21 and in high school, who work with adult leaders on a defined area of policy, practices and/or advocacy service to impact individuals and communities with a focus on youth. After all, who can be better at creating effective policies for youth than young people themselves?

Are you a high school student who wants to make your voice count?  Fill out an application here.

Youth Council Member Benefits:

  • Make changes in Policy
  • Create a Culture of Youth Voice
  • Personal and Professional Skill Development
  • College and Career Readiness
  • Network with City leaders
  • Resume Builder
  • Develop References
  • Advocate for Your Community
  • Make New Friends
  • Earn Community Service Hours
  • Pursue Your Passion
  • Gain Leadership Experience
  • Join a Community of Citywide Youth Leaders
  • Receive a Certificate of Achievement Signed by the Mayor

How To Apply:

The application is currently open; please submit an application here.

Want to prepare your answers before you start the application? Clickhere.

Please refer here for host site descriptions.

Hosts:

City Agencies and Community Based organizations host YLCs across the 5 boroughs, focusing on communities ranging from a specific neighborhood to the whole city.

Are you a CBO, City Agency or School interested in hosting a YLC?Apply here to host a YLC this year. YLC sites receive a variety of supports through NYC Service, including training and resources.

For more information about hosts, visit: https://gallery.mailchimp.com/e3163e2ee79e21b79cf36982c/files/YLC_FY17_Host_Site_Description_Final.pdf

Contact: 

If you have any questions, you may contact:

Roselande Louis, Youth Leadership Council Coordinator-Community Based Organization Liaison (e) RLouis@cityhall.nyc.gov or Kayla Vialva, Youth Leadership Council Coordinator-School and City Agency Liaison (e) KVialva @cityhall.nyc.gov

 

For more information, visit: http://www.nycservice.org/pages/pages/74

 

W.E.B DuBois Scholars Institute

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The WEB DuBois Scholars Institute consists of various academies for Pre-Scholars, who are rising 8th and 9th graders, and Scholars, who are rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders. Pre-Scholars, rising 8th and 9th graders, participate in one of two academies, the Junior Achievers Academy (for rising 8th graders) or the Fellows Mentoring Academy (for rising 9th graders). These pre-scholars receive four weeks of instruction. Classes meet Monday through Thursday, with each class meeting every day for 75 minutes. Students are in class from 8:45am to 3:15pm.

Scholars, rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders, participate in one of five academies, including the Management and Business, Leadership, Engineering, Pre-Med/Neuroscience, or Talented Tenth Academy. These Scholars receive five weeks of instruction in university level courses. Classes meet Monday through Thursday, with each class meeting every other day for 120 minutes. Students are in class from 8:00am to 4:50pm.

Our curriculum structure is based on the philosophical assumption that self-knowledge, motivation, good skills, and an interest in the well-being of others are essential for effective leadership and academic success. For all seven academies, the courses emphasize time management, collaborative learning, critical thinking and problem solving. The important elements of effective leadership and community service are emphasized across the curriculum. The average class size is 12 students.

Fridays and weekends are reserved for field trips, test prep, leadership workshops and recreation.

For more information, visit: http://duboisscholars.org/programs/summer-institute.html

Accelerated Learning Academy:

The WEB DuBois Scholars Institute has created the Accelerated Learning Academy (ALA) to bring welcome and much-needed diversity to STEM studies and industries, especially for others who are underrepresented in these fields yet have a long history of achievement. The ALA provides an opportunity for high-achieving, forward-thinking 10th and 11th graders—students who will evolve into our next generation of engineers, software developers, mathematicians, architects, doctors and physicists—to explore STEM in new and exciting ways.

Led by industry experts and renowned professors from major medical and research institutions, the program features three tracks: Medical Science, Biomedical Engineering and Technology, and Applied Mathematics.  Students participate in career development and academic enrichment activities through a series of weekend workshops held throughout the school year on Princeton University’s campus. They will explore STEM through both in-classroom and “real world” opportunities, including group activities, workshops, hands-on demonstrations and real world applications.  Across our STEM curriculum, we focus on critical thinking and problem solving, skills that prepare students for life. Participating in this program will not only spark and further students’ interest in STEM careers, but will also enhance their profiles and college applications.

For more information, visit: http://duboisscholars.org/programs/accelerated-learning-academy.html

Young People For

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The Fellowship


The Young People For (YP4) Fellowship is a yearlong leadership development program for young people committed to creating positive social change in their communities. Fellows represent diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and approaches to social change, and they are working on many different progressive issues on campuses and in communities across the country.

The Fellowship year runs from summer to summer, and includes:

Regional Trainings

At the beginning of each new Fellowship year where Fellows learn foundational social justice leadership skills through workshops, guest trainers, and discussions.

Mentorship

Fellows are paired with an alumnus who has experience in the Fellow’s issue area. Each Fellow works with their mentor to create an Individualized Leadership Development Plan (ILDP) to help them grow into even stronger leaders.

The National Summit

In January all Fellows come together in Washington, DC to further develop leadership skills, gain tools and resources necessary to create change through their projects, and network with leaders in the progressive movement.

The Blueprint for Social Justice

Each fellow creates a campus or community-based sustainable project, called a Blueprint for Social Justice, to address a need in his or her community. With support from staff, their mentors, and a small seed grant, Fellows work to implement their Blueprint projects using the skills developed throughout the Fellowship year.

Civic Engagement Program

Through our Civic Engagement program, Fellows are given additional opportunities for civic participation, including trainings on vote-focused organizing, collaborative issue-based campaigns, blogging opportunities, and more.

Lifelong opportunities

After the fellowship year, fellows continue to connect with, learn from, support, and collaborate with other emerging and established progressive leaders and organizations at the forefront of fights for social justice across the country and around the world.

Upon successful completion of the Fellowship year, Fellows enter our growing alumni network of nearly 1,500 progressive leaders across the country. They gain access to our Advanced Leadership and Alumni program opportunities. Our alumni programs ensure that the relationships made and the work completed during the Fellowship year are sustained and supported long-term. We assist alums with internship placements, job opportunities, trainings, and networking opportunities to enhance their impact as young leaders.

If you are interested in applying for the Fellowship Program, please complete an application or an interest form. If you know any young change makers who should consider applying to our program, please fill out our nomination form.

 

For more information about YP4’s Fellowship Program, please contact Maryssa at mhall@pfaw.com.

THE POSSIBILITY PROJECT

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Possibility Project works with diverse groups of teenagers over the course of a year to develop crucial skills such as leadership, cross-cultural competency, conflict resolution, and educational attainment. 

Using the performing arts and community action as vehicles, our youth explore the most challenging conflicts in their lives and communities, and learn to transform them into positive action. 

A sizable group of participants are chosen during non-competitive “auditions.” These “auditions” include completing a written survey, as well as engaging in improvisation, simple dancing, and singing. Criteria for participant selection include group diversity, need for the program, availability, willingness to collaborate, and concern for the various issues facing young people today. No one is chosen on the basis of talent or ability.

 

More details here: www.the-possibility-project.org

No previous performing experience necessary.

Youth Action Community Leadership Course

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Are you a high school student who wants to learn how to be  an effective advocate for yourself, your school, and your community? Join CCC’s YouthAction Community Leadership Course!

  • Learn how to conduct hands-on research, such as public polling and site visits.
  • Meet with government officials to discuss your ideas for improving New York City
  • Earn community service credit for school and college applications
  • Strengthen your communication and public speaking skills

The YCLC is a FREE 10-week course for high school students, which meets on Monday afternoons from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at CCC’s office located at 14 Wall St. in Manhattan.

For more info (other events/programs) and deadlines please check the website: https://www.cccnewyork.org/get-involved/

For more info contact Laura Jankstrom @ 212-673-1800 or ljankstrom@cccnewyork.org

The UN’s Multicultural Summer Youth Program

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The Manhattan Multicultural Summer Youth Program (MMSY) brings together youths of different cultures, ethnicities, and faiths from around New York City area to provide opportunity to engage with one another and create an environment where people can share, respect, and value cultural differences.

Through exposure to people of a diverse range of backgrounds, youths in the New York City area will gain a greater awareness, appreciation and understanding of one another’s differences and similarities. The MMSY program has proven to be of benefit in reducing racial, religious and intercultural tension.

For details, visit: http://manhattanmulticulturalcounseling.com/summer-youth-programs/about-program.html

 

National Student Leader Conference

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National Student Leader Conference (NSLC) provides students with the opportunity to experience life on a college campus; develop essential leadership skills; and explore a future career through exciting simulations, exclusive site visits and interactive meetings with renowned leaders in their chosen field.

Leadership is the key to success in every profession and at the core of every NSLC youth leadership program. At the NSLC, you will enjoy innovative and fun leadership workshops where you will both learn and apply essential leadership skills including: Team Building, Ethical Decision Making, Time Management, Goal Setting, Public Speaking, and Conflict Resolution.

Youth Leadership Programs:

  • Business & Entrepreneurship
  • Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management
  • Education & the Classroom
  • Engineering
  • Forensic Science
  • Intelligence & National Security
  • International Diplomacy
  • Journalism, Film & Media Arts
  • Law & Advocacy
  • Mastering Leadership
  • Medicine & Health Care
  • Political Action & Public Policy
  • Sports & Entertainment Management
  • Theater

Programs take place in New York City, DC, Chicago, San Francisco

View Details here: www.nslcleaders.org/youth-leadership-programs

Groundswell

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In 1996, a group of New York City artists, educators, and activists founded Groundswell based on the belief that there is something unique and powerful about the . This process combines the sanctity of personal expression with the strength of community activism.

Teen Empowerment Mural Apprenticeship (TEMA)
Developing artistic & leadership skills
Modeled on a traditional apprenticeship and focuses on youth development objectives. Two teams of teen artists meet weekly throughout the school year to create public art for community-based organizations.
New applications for the 2016-17 cycle will be available September, 2016.

Portfolio Development
A rigorous, pre-professional training program that serves as a capstone opportunity for our broader youth programs. Groundswell high school students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree work with professional artists to develop a complete portfolio for their college applications and apply for scholarships.
New applications for the 2016-17 cycle will be available September, 2016.

The Summer Leadership Institute (SLI)
Providing jobs, job training and critical life skills 
A summer job training program for up to 100 youth. Seven teams of youth spend seven weeks working with professional artists and community-based organizations, learning job skills and creating public art for their neighborhoods. SLI also encompasses the final projects of both Voices Her’d Visionaries and Making His’tory, two of our afterschool leadership development programs.

 

For details and more programs, visit http://www.groundswellmural.org/youth

Soapbox Feminist Camp

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Feminist Camp is designed to immerse participants into the issues women and men care about most: media, art, our bodies and health, global affairs, and philanthropy. The goal is to gain a deeper understanding of our values and to see our own power to make change. We will visit cutting edge organizations, meet with exciting leaders, read insightful articles—and build a network of lasting friendships.

We expose our participants to a wide variety of careers, as well—from program officer at the Novo Foundation to directors of an all-girl theater company. Our belief is that the sooner you discover the range of job possibilities, the better positioned you are to succeed in your academic and professional lives.

The feminist-owned business Soapbox, Inc. produces the week, which is hosted by Soapbox co-founders Amy Richards and Jennifer Baumgardner. Jen and Amy leverage the myriad connections they’ve made in two decades of working as journalists, authors, political consultants, professors, filmmakers, and fundraisers to create a week that is high-powered, inspiring, and fun.

For more information, visit http://www.feministcamp.com/