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"I Am a Leader"

Young Leaders Conference 2026.

Raising the confidence, character, and courage inside every child.

Sat, 22 Aug 2026
10:00am – 3:00pm WAT
Hybrid — Abuja & Online

Ages 6–15 only. Children below age 6 will not be admitted.

A young girl speaking confidently on stage at a leadership conference

About the Conference

A defining moment for your child.

Every great leader was once a child who was shown the way. "I Am a Leader" is a one-day experience where children aged 6–15 discover the truth that leadership isn't reserved for adults, titles, or the loudest voice in the room — it begins with who they are becoming right now.

Through interactive sessions, real-life stories, and hands-on activities, your child will learn to speak with confidence, make wise choices, serve others, and stand firm in their values, even when it's hard. They'll leave not just inspired, but equipped with practical tools they can use at home, in school, and among friends.

This is more than an event. It's a defining moment where your child stops waiting to be chosen and starts declaring, "I am a leader." Come and watch your child rise.

What Your Child Will Gain

Six shifts, one unforgettable day.

Confidence to speak

Your child will find their voice — and learn to use it with clarity and courage.

A leadership mindset

They'll begin to see themselves as leaders in the making, right now.

Wise decision-making

Simple, practical frameworks for choosing well under pressure.

Courage to stand by values

The inner strength to do what's right, even when it's hard.

New friendships

A tribe of like-minded young leaders they'll remember for years.

Practical tools for home & school

Tangible take-aways they can apply on Monday morning.

What to Expect

The day, hour by hour.

A rhythm designed to inspire, equip, and give every child a moment on stage.

  1. 10:00 – 10:30 WAT

    Arrival & Welcome

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  2. 10:30 – 11:30 WAT

    Opening Session — I Am a Leader

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  3. 11:30 – 12:30 WAT

    Workshop 1 — Finding My Voice

    [ Edit: Confidence, communication, and public speaking practice. ]

  4. 12:30 – 1:15 WAT

    Lunch & Peer Connections

    [ Edit: Meal + guided activities to build friendships. ]

  5. 1:15 – 2:15 WAT

    Workshop 2 — Character & Wise Choices

    [ Edit: Values, decision-making frameworks, real-life scenarios. ]

  6. 2:15 – 2:45 WAT

    Young Leaders Showcase

    [ Edit: Children step onto the stage to declare 'I am a leader.' ]

  7. 2:45 – 3:00 WAT

    Commissioning & Closing

    [ Edit: Charge, prayer of blessing, group photo. ]

Meet the Speakers & Facilitators

Leaders raising leaders.

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Keynote — I Am a Leader

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Workshop — Finding My Voice

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Workshop — Character & Choices

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Young Leaders Showcase

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The countdown is on

Until the day they rise.

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Register

Save your child's seat.

This is a free event; the fee covers conference resources for each child (workbook, materials, refreshments for in-person, and virtual pack for online).

Resource fee

  • 1 child₦10,000
  • 2 children₦15,000
  • 3 children₦25,000

Payments are processed securely by Paystack in Nigerian Naira (₦).

Ages 6–15 only

Children below age 6 will not be admitted. Please only register children within the 6–15 age range.

Child details

Ages must be between 6 and 15. Children under 6 will not be admitted.

Total due

10,000

Free event · resource fee only · paid via Paystack (NGN)

FAQ

Questions, answered.

The Young Leaders Conference is for children and teens aged 6–15. Children below age 6 will not be admitted.

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This is the day their leadership begins.

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