LEAD
The LEAD Programme allows alumni to continue their educational journey with YSE. The programme aims to go beyond the learning and provide practical advice on how to make tangible, positive contributions to society.
Previously, the LEAD programme was based in London, visiting NGOs, Social Enterprises and Corporate Firms.
Now, the LEAD programme is a 3-day social action trip in Geneva, Switzerland where you will learn about the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and meet global social entrepreneurs.
You will meet with social entrepreneurs who lead by example, tackling global development challenges in their work, from sustainability to health inequality. As you progress through the Alumni programme, we will encourage you to develop your leadership skills. We will provide you with the opportunity to put them to the test leading elements of the YSE Competition, as well as in your internship placements. We are absolutely delighted to have such a strong cohort who want to continue the YSE journey and we look forward to seeing what you achieve this year."
- Natalie Deller, Head of YSE LEAD
International trip
To Geneva, Switzerland
For all LEAD participants
Learning Outcomes
Develop an understanding of what it means to be a social entrepreneur, balancing social values with profit and sustainability.
Gain awareness of the defining characteristics of a social enterprise and how these differ from both charities and businesses.
Learn to critically assess the strengths and weaknesses of a social enterprise and demonstrate working examples of social entrepreneurship.
Build confidence in your own skill-set as a social entrepreneur and your ability to innovate, solve problems, manage resources and create social change.
Develop your leadership skills, build your CV and prepare to apply your social values in the work place.
