In a bid to foster grassroots leadership and mentorship, the Golden Integrated Empowerment Foundation has launched the Empowering Young Leaders (EYL) program in Ikorodu Local Government and five
LCDAs. This initiative, powered by Rep. Babajimi Benson, member of the House of Representatives for Ikorodu Federal Constituency, aims to equip primary and secondary school students with essential leadership skills.

Program Objectives:
– Develop leadership capacity among secondary school students
– Foster community service, volunteering, and social responsibility
– Provide mentorship and guidance for personal growth
– Enhance student engagement and academic performance

The EYL program is structured into three phases:

_Phase 1: Leadership Development (3 months)_
– Leadership principles and values
– Goal-setting and time management
– Communication and teamwork
– Problem-solving and conflict resolution
– Community service and volunteerism

_Phase 2: Mentorship and Project Implementation (3 months)_
– One-on-one mentorship with experienced community leaders
– Group coaching and peer support
– Community project planning and implementation
– Regular progress monitoring and feedback

_Phase 3: Networking and Sustainability (2 months)_
– Networking with local organizations and stakeholders
– Resource mobilization and fundraising
– Scaling and replicating community projects
– Alumni network and continued support for scholarship

Program Benefits:
– Enhanced leadership skills and confidence in teenagers
– Mentorship and guidance from experienced leaders
– Community service experience
– Networking and volunteering opportunities
– Academic support and enrichment

The program is open to primary and secondary school students aged 11-21, with a free application process. It will run from October 2024 to November 2025.

For more information, contact the Golden Empowerment Foundation via email at giefoundationngo@gmail.com or phone at 07012622359. You can also follow them on social media: Twitter @GoldenEmpower, Facebook @GoldenEmpowermentFoundation, and Instagram @GoldenEmpowerment.

For support
Golden Integrated Empowerment Foundation
Keystone bank
1012091972

This initiative is in partnership with the Ministry of Youth and Social Development and aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4, 5, and 9. Similar programs, such as the European Union and UNICEF’s Education and Youth Empowerment initiative, have shown significant impact in promoting education and leadership among young people.