For 30 years NYLC has been the leading resource for schools and organizations that believe in the power of young people. Every day we live our mission with the youth, teachers, schools, districts, and out-of-school youth programs that partner with us to drive student engagement through service-learning.
NYLC develops young leaders by providing direct trainings, leadership opportunities, and the resources and support to tackle issues that matter to them in their communities.
With passion, creativity, and ingenuity, young people are changing the world!
National Youth Leadership Training
High school students from across the United States gather each year for the National Youth Leadership Training — a life-changing week of adventure, self-discovery, friendship, cultural exchange, leadership-building, and service. Teams of young people and their adult sponsors planning service-learning projects to implement back home, and then connect online for sustained support in making their dreams a reality.
Youth Training Sessions
NYLC has delivered life-changing leadership training to young people from across the country for three decades. Our staff travels to schools nationwide, giving administrators and teachers a jump-start on their service-learning initiatives and help to make existing programs stronger and more effective. Youth leadership programing and customized training options are available.
Project Ignition
For ten years, Project Ignition youth have led inspiring teen driver safety campaigns which have made measurable differences in their schools, their communities, and beyond. The impact is profound. The experiences are emotional. The lessons are unforgettable.
NYLC Youth Advisory Council
The Youth Advisory Council is a team of servant-leaders, ages 14-21, recognized for their dedication to promoting youth leadership, service-learning, youth-adult partnerships, and diversity. YAC advises NYLC on its programming and brings a valuable youth perspective to the organization’s work. They work across the United States, demonstrating how young people can contribute now..
