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Maxwell Leadership Foundation: Empowering The Maxwell Leadership Certified Team to Grow Tomorrow's Leaders

The Serve Youth Experience

The Maxwell Leadership Foundation is the nonprofit arm of the Maxwell Leadership Enterprise.

Welcome to a transformational journey with ServeYouth, a comprehensive leadership development pathway for Maxwell Leadership coaches dedicated to developing the next generation of leaders. Our programs are designed for adult coaches committed to empowering and equipping youth and for youth aged 8-18 who are eager to transform themselves and their communities.

Our Programs and Initiatives

Maxwell Leadership Foundation - iLead

The Maxwell Leadership Foundation is passionate about growing leaders who create powerful positive change. Created by John C. Maxwell, iLead brings students together to learn and live good values while developing leadership skills—counteracting a culture that leaves many feeling lost and hopeless. Through our values-based curriculum, professional development, and resources, we equip the next generation to lead with character and purpose.

Maxwell Leadership Foundation - iLead

The Maxwell Leadership Foundation is passionate about growing leaders who create powerful positive change. Created by John C. Maxwell, iLead brings students together to learn and live good values while developing leadership skills—counteracting a culture that leaves many feeling lost and hopeless. Through our values-based curriculum, professional development, and resources, we equip the next generation to lead with character and purpose.

Global Youth Initiative (GYI)

A worldwide movement impacting nearly 2 million youth across 165 countries. This program focuses on essential leadership skills, anti-bullying, and personal development. GYI events, held every April and October, include workshops, seminars, and book readings.

Global Youth Initiative (GYI)

A worldwide movement impacting nearly 2 million youth across 165 countries. This program focuses on essential leadership skills, anti-bullying, and personal development. GYI events, held every April and October, include workshops, seminars, and book readings.

Next Gen Certification (For Adult Members)

Tailored for Maxwell Leadership Certified Team (MLCT) adult members, this certification provides exclusive content and resources to effectively serve youth. It includes facilitator guides, PowerPoint presentations, and access to a private Facebook group for ongoing support and collaboration.

Next Gen Certification (For Adult Members)

Tailored for Maxwell Leadership Certified Team (MLCT) adult members, this certification provides exclusive content and resources to effectively serve youth. It includes facilitator guides, PowerPoint presentations, and access to a private Facebook group for ongoing support and collaboration.

Youth Certification Program (Ages 12-18)

This program offers lifetime access to video teachings, exclusive resources, and live Zoom sessions twice a week. It aims to build a global community of young leaders with opportunities for personal growth and leadership development.

Youth Certification Program (Ages 12-18)

This program offers lifetime access to video teachings, exclusive resources, and live Zoom sessions twice a week. It aims to build a global community of young leaders with opportunities for personal growth and leadership development.

YAC - Youth Advisory Council (Ages 12-18)

Members of the Youth Certification Program may apply and serve as members of YAC. Here they provide leadership, serve as peer-teachers, and assist with planning and implementation of Youth Certification Connection Events.

YAC - Youth Advisory Council (Ages 12-18)

Members of the Youth Certification Program may apply and serve as members of YAC. Here they provide leadership, serve as peer-teachers, and assist with planning and implementation of Youth Certification Connection Events.

MLSA - Maxwell Leadership Student Ambassador Program (Ages 12-18)

MLSA - Maxwell Leadership Student Ambassador Program (Ages 12-18)

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Additional Resources for Coaches

Serve Youth

All coaches gain access to content, weekly teaching calls, and experiences to serve youth, regardless of their membership level. Teaching Calls are taught weekly, each Wednesday at 6:00 pm ET on the Certification Line

Leadership Game for Youth

An interactive tool designed to engage and educate young individuals on leadership principles.

Our Impact

Since 2017, Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Members have served nearly 2 million youth worldwide through the Global Youth Initiative. Our programs have been implemented in various settings, from public schools in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to second-grade students in Indiana, showcasing the widespread impact and adaptability of our initiatives.

Join us to discover how you can contribute to shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

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