The Youth Leadership Movement is a year-long program designed to empower high school students with the tools, guidance, and opportunities they need to succeed. More than just an academic initiative, this program takes a holistic approach to growth—supporting students academically, personally, and professionally as they prepare for life after graduation.

Email application to Alexandria.Andrade@CDCofTampa.org

Participants in the program will:

Stay on track academically with resources and support to earn their high school diplomas.
Plan for the future through college preparation, career exploration, and occupational training opportunities.
Build workforce readiness with hands-on training, mentorship, and career development workshops.
Gain life skills that encourage leadership, responsibility, and self-confidence.
Connect with mentors and community leaders who provide encouragement and real-world insight.

Our goal is to help each student discover their strengths, define their goals, and achieve a path to long-term self-sufficiency. By the end of the program, students will be better prepared to pursue higher education, begin a career, or step into leadership roles within their communities.

This movement is more than a program—it’s a commitment to shaping tomorrow’s leaders and ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive.