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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From Our Blog
Nate Steele – Alumni Spotlight
Steele attended the seminar in 2015 as a representative from Spruce Mountain High School. He graduated from the University of Southern Maine in January 2021 with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Tourism & Hospitality. Steele currently works for...
Allie Cox – Alumni Spotlight
Cox attended the seminar in 2014 as a representative from Thornton Academy. She attended the University of Maine at Farmington and graduated in 2020 with a degree in Elementary Education. She is currently a 2nd Grade Teacher at Biddeford Primary School. She took the...
Emily Callahan – Alumni Spotlight
Callahan attended the seminar in 2012 as a representative from Windham High School. She completed her undergraduate studies in Social Work at the University of Maine in 2018 and went on to obtain a Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern Maine in 2020....