Program 01
Leadership Development
Training youth to become confident, ethical, and solution-driven leaders in their schools, communities, and institutions.
Programs
Programs of Youth Empowerment, Leadership and Governance Initiative (YELGI-SL)
YELGI-SL programs are designed to connect youth leadership potential with real civic, governance, community impact, climate resilience, and gender equality across Sierra Leone.
Our work
Programs that help young people lead, engage, and contribute.
The Youth Empowerment, Leadership and Governance Initiative develops practical programs that equip young people with the knowledge, confidence, and opportunities needed to participate meaningfully in society. Our expanded focus includes climate action and gender equality to build a truly inclusive and sustainable future.
Program 02
Governance & Civic Education
Building understanding of public institutions, democratic systems, citizenship, and meaningful participation.
Program 03
Advocacy & Public Voice
Encouraging young people to raise informed voices around governance, accountability, and national development issues.
Program 04
Mentorship & Guidance
Supporting students and emerging leaders with direction, encouragement, and role-model based support systems.
Program 05
Community Engagement
Working with local stakeholders to strengthen social participation and youth-centered grassroots development.
Program 06
Leadership Opportunity Pathways
Connecting young people to networks, platforms, and practical experiences that expand their public and professional horizons.
Program 07
Climate Action & Environmental Resilience
We focus on youth participation in climate change while protecting our natural environment from hazards and the deliberate actions of man, such as deforestation. Through advocacy, reforestation initiatives, and green skills training, we empower young environmental stewards.
Program 08
Gender Equality & Women Empowerment
We aim to amplify women and girls' voices in development with the aim of breaking harmful traditional norms that exclude women and girls from national development. We also aim to equip them with modern skills that would make them stand out in the competitive market.
Committed to the Sustainable Development Goals
Our climate action program directly supports SDG 13 (Climate Action), while our gender equality program contributes to SDG 5 (Gender Equality and Women Empowerment). Together, we build an inclusive future.