The East African Youth Leadership Institute is a community-driven organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. We provide young people with the tools, mentorship, and opportunities they need to grow in leadership, emotional intelligence, academic success, and community engagement. Rooted in East African values and traditions, we help youth build confidence, break barriers, and create pathways toward becoming change-makers in their schools, communities, and beyond.
To bridge the generational gap and build a space where:
A transformative space where African Diaspora build identity, leadership, and civic power. We fill the gap where school and home may not-through mentorship, skills, and purposeful community practice.
We welcome youth and young adults who are ready to grow and serve.
Minnesota is home to a vibrant and growing African Youth community. Yet visibility and access to civic, academic, and professional leadership pathways have not kept pace. Our institute is a partnership between community leaders, educators, and local organizations to build a sustainable leadership pipeline rooted in culture, belonging, and purpose.
We help youth name their values, find their voice, and set a direction.
Rooted in American Youth heritage with a global outlook.
Projects, civic practice, and real-world problem solving
Intergenerational guidance from community leaders and professionals.
Targeted pathways with skills, mentorship, and real projects.
Intergenerational support from professionals, elders, and civic leaders.
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Educators, nonprofits, businesses, and civic institutions working together.
Program Director
Community Engagement & Partnership Director
Chief Administrative Officer
President
Youth Outreach Coordinator