The Leadership Project

Here at the Youth Network, our goal is to empower teens like you to take the lead not only within our community but also in the Church and your personal life. We truly believe that God has given you incredible passions, strengths, and leadership abilities. Our mission is to help you uncover these unique gifts, nurture them, and give you the platform to shine and make an impact.

This program is designed for students in grades 9-12.

Discover.

After you've finished the application process, we'll invite you to take a 45-minute to 1-hour CliftonStrengths Assessment. This assessment will uncover your top five strengths when it comes to leadership. These strengths will serve as a compass for us as we provide guidance, mentorship, and work together to nurture your leadership abilities.

Develop.

Throughout the school year, you’ll engage in focused leadership training. Once a month for 50 minutes, you’ll join Student Leadership Development Sessions on topics like practical leadership, the character of a leader, event planning, StrengthsFinder, and more. A seasoned leader will guide you through the material, sharing valuable insights. Additionally, if you opt for a mentor, they’ll be there to support you every step of the way, helping you fully develop your personal leadership strengths. It’s all about growing together and stepping up our game!

Release.

Those who join the Leadership Project will score a spot at the "Youth Network Leadership Table." This means you'll have a platform to voice your ideas, thoughts, and even concerns about the Youth Network. We're all ears, and we're ready to put those thoughts into action. As per your strengths and comfort zones, you might find yourself taking the lead in various ways. This could involve anything from getting involved in kids ministry, organizing youth and church events, leading discussions or games, speaking, being a friendly face, or even handling sound and media. The possibilities are broad and exciting!

Program Objectives:

By the time this program wraps up, our goal is for every student to:

Have a rock-solid grasp of their faith and the ability to stand firm in it.
Embrace confident leadership skills that they can carry forward.
Truly own their role within the Youth Network, making a tangible impact.
Recognize their spiritual gifts and strengths, and apply them to their daily lives.
Lead their peers as shining examples of servant leadership.
Comprehend that leadership comes in various shapes and sizes, while also pinpointing their own unique leadership style.

Expectations:

Students are expected to:

Have a personal relationship with Jesus.
Demonstrate qualities that reflect a Christlike character.
Participate in youth activities at least three times per month.
Serve in at least one capacity within the Youth Network on Tuesday Nights. This could involve roles like being part of the welcome team, contributing to the worship team, handling media or sound, and more.
Attend all scheduled Student Leadership Development Sessions.

*If one or more of these expectations cannot be met due to full schedules please talk with Rebeca.

What's in it for YOU:

Earn volunteer hours for school.
Receive continuous mentorship (if you choose to)
Obtain references and a reference letter (useful for post-secondary education or job applications).
Gain hands-on experience in leadership.
Develop a deeper comprehension of leadership and its various aspects.

Time Commitment & Student Leadership Development Sessions

Beginning October 8th, 2024
Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 5:30-6:20 PM, with a pizza dinner included.
More Conference. Date TBA. Optional.

Application Process:

If you're keen on taking up a student leadership role, here's what you should do:

Fill out the online application form for the Leadership Project.
Show up to the first session

PLEASE NOTE: Considering the structured nature of the program, it's most beneficial for you to join in September. Unfortunately, we won't be able to accept applications partway through.

The Leadership Project