WIDE MINDS WELCOME.
Once you’re a L!FE Leader, you’re a LEADER for life!
Dear Future L!FE Leaders,
We hope you're well!
We want you to know that you are in for an experience like no other. Your communication, professionalism, and gifts will be strengthened in this program. You will gain a community that is filled with like-minded individuals who work together to create a better community throughout Detroit. The guided mentorship that is given to each L!FE Leader is worthwhile.
You will receive a friend, advisor, and leader in one.
Your creativity will be cherished here, so don't be afraid to say "hi", share an idea, ask a question! You will not walk out the same person you came in. You will be more confident, knowledgeable, and connected.
L!FE Leader Wisdom Andino
We are here for YOU! Speak your mind we WANT to know, what do you want TO BE in l!fe? Guess what we can help you be HEARD! They will listen, we will make them listen.
Do you want to join a program that will enhance your communication and professional skills? If so, you’ve come to the PERFECT place! L!FE Leaders, Inc., is a safe space for youth in Detroit to explore themselves as individuals, along with what’s available in their communities. To be a part of this program, all you have to do is have the desire to learn.
L!FE Leader Tiera Barnett
I want you to know that it's ok for you not to have the same view as others, differences are what make us - YOU - unique. Differences are welcome here and appreciated. We need different points of view to make Detroit a better place for everyone because we are all not the same. L!FE can make a better, more different Detroit with your help.
L!FE Leader LaTonya Copeland
At L!FE Leaders, Inc. our mission is to Empower Youth To Empower Their Future!
Our work opens onramps to opportunity through experiential training in interpersonal and business skills that launch the confidence to know anything is possible with strength of character, integrity and the courage to figure it out.
You may be asking, Empower me... what does that mean?
And you SHOULD! We believe in having the Audacity To Ask!
Experience Based Learning!
Detroit is our classroom for building Interpersonal & Professional Skills. Learn about Detroit, it's growth, opportunities for YOU now and for your future. Our curriculum is Learning By Doing: Field Trips, meetings with Community, Civic and Community leaders. Network! and follow up with part of your building Interpersonal and Professional Skills with L!FE Leaders! L!FE - Leadership Fueled By Entrepreneur-ISM - BUILDING YOU!
Networking Opportunities!
Our vast network of experts and leaders in their fields are ready and willing to help illuminate the onramps to opportunity for each L!FE Leader!
The Skills To Succeed!
Get invaluable training in The Big Ten:
A comprehensive skill set tailored to give YOU the best tools to reach your goals, The Big Ten Skill Set includes:
Verbal & Non Verbal Communication | Professional Etiquette | Collaboration | Critical Thinking | Leadership | Public Presentation | Financial Literacy | Remote Work Skills | Community Engagement
These 9 skills come together to bolster the 10th and final skill for success: CONFIDENCE!
Says Who?
Yea, Yea, yea....This all sounds great, but how do I know I will like it?
HEY, we get it! So don't just take it from us... Take a look at what OTHER L!FE LEADERS have said about being in the program!
“This program has opened my eyes to more things than you can imagine…”
Percia Clayton - L!FE Alum
“I love L!FE Leaders for a few different reasons…”
Wisdom Andino - Current L!FE Leader
“The people here really want you to succeed!…”
Faith Ramos - L!FE Alum
Get ready for some self development! As you proceed to be a part of our program you form relationships with your fellow life leaders, and you’ll eventually look at them as your second family.
Here at L!FE, you will have the opportunity to grow yourself as a person, reach your goals, meet new wonderful people, and for me personally I don’t consider this a job because I love working for L!FE and I am pretty sure you would too, despite the differences everyone may have on a subject we are all L!FE Leaders everyone here is open-minded and you can learn many skills you could add to your future resume!
L!FE Leader Brendan Young
L!FE Leaders, Inc. is more than program, L!FE becomes a part of your L!FE and it becomes family. We all work together as a family to be successful and accomplish our goals.
L!FE Leader Lessely C. Romero-Rodriguez
"This program taught me the benefits of goal-setting and creating an action plan to achieve my dreams. The things I like most about the program are the mentors and advisors I have come to know in these few short months. I am so glad I participated in the L!FE Program”
— Tariq Topey, L!FE Graduate & Founder – Dynamite Theater Productions
"L!FE has taught me that nothing is unreachable and we can obtain it through perseverance and teamwork.”
— Howard Williams, Jr., L!FE Graduate & Founder of Believe It Can Be
How Does This Work?
So... I get paid. I learn by doing. And I get to meet people to help me along the way....
How does L!FE Leaders do all this?
With our two programs Excellence Corps and Youth Summit Council!
Learn About The Excellence Corps Today!
Excellence Corps builds leadership skills to achieve academically, professionally, & civically through a holistic approach.
Learn About The Youth Summit Council Today!
Youth Summit Council is a student-led project-based program where youth participants collaborate to address the issues discussed during the Detroit Youth Summit Conference.