Youth Leadership Workshops
2024 Youth Leadership Workshop Schedule | Registration opens March 19th!
University of Mt. Union July 7 - 11 | Alliance, OH
Ohio University I July 21 - 25 | Athens, OH
Ohio University II July 28 - Aug 1 | Athens, OH
ABOUT YLW
Youth Leadership Workshop, formerly known as Summer Workshop, is our signature program designed for students to develop real-world leadership skills necessary to prepare them for the classrooms and jobs of tomorrow. Students spend 5 days and 4 nights on a college campus of their choice. Over the course of the week, students will learn more about themselves and the skills they need to grow as a successful leader in their future. The program allows students to form life-long friendships with one another, as well as network with the staff and other adults.
OBJECTIVES
Encourage the development of leadership skills
Improve student groups by giving understanding of strong foundation, worthy goals, and tools for achieving goals
Provide secondary education with a leadership philosophy that challenges intelligence and stimulates excellence
Inspire young leaders to accept responsibilities, so they may return to their communities with knowledge, convictions, and understanding, which will better all they encounter
iB level i Learning Outcomes
Recognize the benefits of taking positive risks that lead to positive experiences and outcomes
Identify actions that will bring about positive change
Understand the connection between effective leadership and service to others
Appreciate the value in being your authentic self in order to form authentic relationships with others
Discern how one’s social media presence may be viewed as a reflection of oneself
Identify positive habits that will enhance overall health and wellness
Discover the role of reflection in increasing awareness and understanding
Recognize that self-awareness is essential to growth and development
Understand that effective leadership most often requires a community mindset
ib level II Learning Outcomes
Recognize that working well with others requires understanding other personality types
Differentiate types of conflict and evaluate how to approach each appropriately
Understand how utilizing various communication techniques can enhance group effectiveness
Identify the individual and group benefits of honest and open communication
Demonstrate how to give and receive constructive and meaningful feedback
Understand how trust evolves in a group and why it is essential to group development
Recognize how each individual contributes to group dynamics
Recall methods of effective group problem-solving
Apply awareness of the impact of one’s thoughts and feelings
ib level iii Learning Outcomes
Recognize the skills and attitudes necessary to confidently navigate life’s transitions
Determine measurable and realistic individual and group goals and objectives
Understand the skills, traits, and behaviors required of a positive role model
Recall effective group facilitation methods and techniques
Utilize observation to provide positive and constructive feedback
Recognize characteristics of a fixed and a growth mindset and apply that awareness to adapt thought processes
Identify one’;s internal and external obstacles and reflect on methods and resources to overcome them
Understand the steps necessary in successful project or event planning and implementation
Apply networking skills to connect with other individuals in a professional setting
