Maine Youth Leadership is a 4-day seminar focused on enhancing leadership skills, volunteerism, and character for high school sophomores in Maine.
The Pillars of Maine Youth Leadership
Leadership
Leadership
Participants are empowered to take initiative, inspire others, and develop effective decision-making skills. Through hands-on activities and group challenges, students gain the confidence and tools needed to lead in both their school communities and beyond.
Volunteerism
Volunteerism
We emphasize the importance of giving back to the community and making a positive impact through service. Participants engage in projects that highlight the value of helping others, learning how volunteer work can strengthen communities and build a sense of shared responsibility.
Character
Character
We are dedicated to fostering integrity, respect, and personal responsibility in emerging leaders. Through discussions and reflection, students explore how to make ethical choices, overcome challenges with resilience, and be role models who inspire others through their actions and values.
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Blais attended the seminar in 2019 as a representative from Belfast Area High School. She will begin studying Audio Engineering at Husson University in the fall semester of 2021 and anticipates graduating in 2025. She took the time to answer some questions about her...
Negus attended the seminar in 2006 as a representative from Bonny Eagle High School. She graduated from Brandeis University in 2012 after studying Anthropology and International Studies. Negus is now a public benefits policy analyst at the Massachusetts Law Reform...
Brown attended the seminar in 2014 as a representative from Ellsworth High School. He graduated from the University of Maine in 2020 with a B.S. in Physics and a Minor in Mathematics. Brown is currently a Graduate Assistant for Leadership Development and Student...