More than 50% of the Congo's population is under the age of 35, and almost none of these youth are given the opportunities and resources to fully tap their leadership potential. Even more, within the next 30 years, the population
of the Congo will double. At Congo Leadership Initiative (CLI), we aim to give these youth the resources they need and deserve with a dynamic educational program called the Leadership Institute. We train leaders who will foster peace and advancement in the
Congo. The future of the country rests on the shoulders of the youth!
CLI creates a better future for the Congo through an educational program called the Leadership Institute. We have just launched a new phase of this program that focuses teachers on smaller groups of students and allows students to specialize in different
subjects. This revolutionary program offers education for youth that they otherwise would not receive.
Congo has so much potential for its future, and its youth are the key to its success. Your contributions and support will make this innovative new program possible!
CLI offers a two-fold plan: first, an educational curriculum, and, second, opportunities for action. The problems that youth face do not only result from a lack of education but also from a lack of opportunity. Here, we want to provide both in order to create
the brightest future.
The new training allows youth to attend a core training class, then specialize in a variety of electives, and then put their education to work with an action plan. Our action plans allow youth to create small businesses and be involved with different projects
like scholarships, conferences, and volunteering.
Our efforts have already incited so much change in the Congo. Our members have launched more than 75 projects. One woman started a dressmaking business while others have focused on community health. The range and versatility that CLI offers allows Congo's
youth to embrace their dreams. We just need your help to reach even more youth with this new curriculum!
For just one example, watch the video above about Esther's amazing experience with CLI.
Here is where we need your help! Every little bit donated counts, as even $10 could give a young person a lesson at CLI that could help them succeed. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Tumblr to get updates on our progress. For more information about our
project, click on any of the links below!
