Youth Leadership Program (YLP)
Many young people struggle to find their purpose and direction in life. Our Youth Leadership Program (YLP) is here to guide them, offering a blend of Quranic education and leadership training. We aim to nurture their potential, helping them become confident, compassionate leaders who will shape a better future for themselves and their communities.
About Youth Leadership Program (YLP):
Youth Leadership Program (YLP) is designed to engage university students and develop their leadership skills for future roles in family and society. With numerous universities across Pakistan, we aim to make a significant impact through Quranic education courses, aligned with the Higher Education Commission’s guidelines, combined with leadership training.
We also plan to establish Character Education Societies in universities to provide platforms for character-building activities and personal growth. Our goal is to shape the future leaders of Pakistan by fostering leadership qualities and civic responsibility among students.
To achieve this, we’ve developed dynamic outdoor engagement programs for physical leadership training and immersive, hands-on sessions for intellectual development empowering youth to excel as strong leaders.
About Youth Impact (YI)
Empowering Young Leaders Through Outdoor Experiences
Our transformative outdoor engagement campaigns are delivered under Youth Impact (YI), a leader in youth leadership development for over a decade, is now a part of Character Education Foundation (CEF). Our outdoor campaigns unleash the full potential within young minds. By immersing participants in nature, we empower them to:
- Discover their inner strength and resilience
- Develop leadership skills inspired by the Seerah of the Prophet (PBUH)
- Enhance creativity and problem-solving abilities
- Build a sense of community and social responsibility
- Cultivate emotional intelligence and empathy
- Unlock self-awareness and personal growth
Our programs use an Experiential Learning model (Kolb’s Learning Cycle) to bridge theory with practice, helping young leaders gain a deep understanding of themselves and their surroundings. Through active engagement, participants develop crucial skills and confidence that can only be gained through real-world experience to become true leaders.
Outdoor Engagement
Transformative Youth Leadership Programs
Youth Impact (YI), is dedicated to empowering young leaders through transformative outdoor experiences. Our programs are designed to develop essential skills, foster personal growth, and inspire a commitment to social responsibility. Through adventure-based learning and hands-on activities, we help young people discover their potential and make a positive impact in their communities.
Some of our flagship programs include:
Markhor – Pakistan’s top wilderness-based Youth Leadership Camp & Fellowship for ages 17-25. It’s a two-phase program:
Phase 1: A virtual 2-month training with expert mentors. Participants gain digital and real-life skills, attend personality and professional development sessions, and work on social action projects. This phase combines practical learning with creating a positive impact.
Phase 2: A thrilling 5-day wilderness camp in the lower Himalayas. Participants engage in adventurous activities and experiential learning in nature to build the Markhor spirit.
The program aims to develop interpersonal and social leadership skills, helping youth become their best selves and contribute to society. It focuses on building self-discipline, self-belief, adaptability, resilience, resourcefulness, and survival skills.
Markhor Junior – a 4-day wilderness-based leadership camp for teenagers aged 12-16, with separate camps for girls and boys in the lower Himalayas. This outdoor camp offers a range of experiential learning activities designed for young people interested in adventure and personal growth.
Participants will engage in trekking, camping, and mindful activities, including bonfire storytelling and survival skills training while developing leadership skills.
Markhor Junior helps teenagers step out of their comfort zones, learn new skills, and connect with like-minded peers. The camp aims to build self-belief, adaptability, resilience, resourcefulness, and survival instincts.
Maimaar –Pakistan’s first all-girls leadership camp for ages 16-25. This 4-day wilderness camp in the lower Himalayas is designed exclusively for girls, focusing on self-reliance and personal growth.
Participants will enjoy camping, trekking, cooking, and experiential games. Activities include an Olympiad, women empowerment sessions, storytelling by the bonfire, stargazing, peace walks, and learning in an outdoor classroom. The camp also features meditative nature talks and social action projects after camping.
Maimaar helps girls build self-belief and self-esteem, learn ethical leadership, and embrace the values of character and competence. It fosters teamwork, equality, and environmental stewardship, empowering them to return as leaders with a vision for their communities.
Chasing Snow Leopard is Pakistan’s first snow-based leadership expedition for professionals aged 18 and up. This 4-day journey helps unlock the strength within each individual through a snowbound adventure.
Participants will experience leadership lessons, team learning, and snow activities such as trekking, backpacking, and camping. The program includes cooking, adventure challenges, snow games, meditation, and nature connectivity in a digital detox environment.
Chasing Snow Leopard is a personal and leadership development program set in the wilderness. It includes experiential learning, the 4-7-1 Leadership framework (4 roles, 7 competencies, and 1 signature style), team dynamics, and the leader of the day. The program focuses on leadership development, adapting to challenging environments, mastering stealth and awareness, and crisis management.
Where Eagles Dare – a program that offers an exciting 4-5 days wilderness adventure for professionals aged 18 and above. Set in the stunning lower Himalayas, this camp is perfect for those who thrive on adventure and are ready to embrace nature’s challenges.
Participants will dive into hiking, camping, and cooking in the wild. Participants engage in mentoring sessions, experiential learning, and bonfire storytelling. The camp also features exciting adventure challenges and impactful social action projects.
Our program is designed to push participants beyond their comfort zone. They will develop wilderness skills, enhance social leadership, and improve conflict resolution and negotiation abilities. Experience personal growth, adapt to challenging environments, and build a vision to serve the ummah.
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