Raising Leaders, Transforming Nations

At YLN, we are dedicated to inspiring and empowering young leaders across Africa. Join us in transforming communities and creating lasting change

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Freedom 250: From Counties to Councils – Call for Applications

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: FREEDOM 250 — FROM COUNTIES TO COUNCILS

You care about what happens in your community. Let's help you do more with that concern.

Maybe you've asked why a public project remains unfinished, wanted to understand where government money goes, or wondered how young people can get their concerns heard. Freedom 250: From Counties to Councils is an opportunity to explore those questions, build practical skills and work with others who want more accountable local governance.

Young Leaders Network is looking for 90 young people across Bauchi, Gombe and Adamawa States who are ready to learn, participate and share that learning with their communities.

Could you be one of them?

Application Deadline: 12th November 2026

Apply Here

Know someone who would make the most of this opportunity? Send this to them.

Our Initiatives

Ignite Talk

ILEAD School of Leadership and Civic Engagement

Empowering Young Leaders, Transforming Communities

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YLDP

Young Leaders Development Program

Empowering Future Leaders for Leadership and Impact

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Pad Bank

Ignite Talk

Fueling Ideas, Driving Change

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ILEAD

Ignite Sports

Energizing Youths through Physical and Mental Fitness

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ILEAD

Citizens Accountability Training

Empowering Youths, Strengthening Democracy

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ILEAD

Citizens � Legislators Forum

Strengthening Dialogue through Inclusive Legislation

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ILEAD

Inter-Party Youth, Women and Civil Society Forums

Bridging Divides, Strengthening Participation

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ILEAD

Story-Telling Clubs

Empowering Girls through Inspiring Stories

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What People Are Saying

Hear from the voices of those impacted by Young Leaders Network.

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Aisha Muhammad Hassan
Youth Beneficiary

�Through the Nigeria Youth CARE, YLN equipped me with the skills to identify and respond to hate speech, handle online bullying, and practice safe cybersecurity. It also built my confidence as an online steward to promote tolerance and inclusivity in digital spaces.�

Mr. John
Asaba Helen Peter
Youth Beneficiary

�YLN's Her Voice Change Maker Fellowship has been an eye-opener for me through its trainings and activities, I gained new skills on self development, teamwork and community service. I have become confident in talking about the need for girls' education in my community. I also have an increased awareness/knowledge on what to do and how to go about to help more girls access education.�

Ngozi
Idris Bako Muhammad
Youth Beneficiary

�The Students' Leadership Transformational Program organized by Young Leaders Network equipped me with the relevant skills to overcome some of the challenges I faced as a students' union leader.�

Our Partners

We collaborate with leading organizations committed to youth development, education, and social impact.

DEC Malala Fund Plan International LEAP Africa Search for Common Ground Jobberman WANEP NED