Young Leaders Council

Ahead Academy’s Young Leaders Council (YLC) is a PAID summer leadership program designed for girls (ages 15-18) ready to get their first job but need a little extra support before making the plunge. Through hands-on mentorship, career readiness, and leadership development, the YLC equips young women with the skills to inspire and guide the next generation of Ahead Academy youth.

Participants meet weekly on Saturdays for 8 weeks and gain real-world work experience in youth mentorship, braiding, and entrepreneurship. Graduates of the program become eligible for paid employment as Program Coaches with Ahead Academy in the Fall of 2025.