Leadership for Life

This exciting program enables young people aged 15-18 to develop the skills and qualities necessary to be inspiring leaders.

Young people are empowered to make a positive change in their community through practical actions and projects. Throughout the Leadership for Life program there is a focus on the acquisition of these skills. The qualities of communication, teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving, and self-awareness are developed in a fun and encouraging environment. The method is ‘learning by doing’. During sessions young people are actively engaged in group activities, but time is also set aside for individual work and reflection.

Aim & Outcomes

The program enables young people to:

Identify their strengths
Develop a leadership vision
Understand their leadership style
Explore the challenges and difficulties of leadership
Develop clear communication skills
Explore local, national and global issues
Apply methods of conflict resolution
Practice problem solving and critical thinking skills as part of a group
Identify goals and a vision for their future and develop action plans
Complete a project

Leadership for Life Registration and Permission Form

This exciting program enables young people aged 15-18 to develop the skills and qualities necessary to be inspiring leaders. The program takes place on February 25th, March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, April 8th, and April 15th from 4-6PM at the Aisling Center. Students must attend at least 5 out of the 7 classes.

This form is to be completed by a Parent/Guardian. Program registration is $30 which includes the course workbook. Please have payment information handy before submitting this form.

Parent/Guardian First & Last Name*

Parent/Guardian Home Address*

Address Line 1*

Address Line 2

City*

State or Region*

Country

Zip*

Parent/Guardian Email*

Parent/Guardian Mobile Phone Number*

Please be advised that the answers provided in the section containing medical conditions may impact your child's participation within Leadership for Life.

Young Person's Information

First & Last Name*

Date of Birth*

Young person's email address*

Mobile Number*

School*

Grade*

T-Shirt Size*

What are the young person's allergies?

Does the young person have any medical conditions that may impact on their involvement in Leadership for Life? If yes, please provide details.

Does the young person have any other condition that staff/leaders should be aware of, which may require individual planning and consideration, including conditions affecting learning or social interaction? If yes, please provide details.

I grant permission for the applicant to take part in programs/games/activities in Leadership for Life.*

I Confirm

I grant permission for the applicant to be included in photographs or video images which may be taken whilst attending or participating in Leadership for Life activities and I consent to it being used by Leadership for Life for items like Annual Reports, event reports or on Leadership for Life websites or social media channels.*

YesNo

I grant permission for the applicant to participate in supervised online meetings and activities.*

YesNo

I have read and understood the following: 1) Leadership for Life is not responsible for my child / ward before each session/meeting/trip begins or after it ends. 2) Leaders must be informed if my child / ward is taking medication at Leadership for Life. Leaders cannot administer medication. My child should only have the amount of medication needed for the duration of the activity. 3) Leadership for Life will follow policies and rules to promote good behavior and safety for all. 4) I will be informed if my child is going on an outing with Leadership for Life. For longer or overnight trips, extra permission will be sought.*

I Confirm

On behalf of the above named, I understand that the Personal Data given on this form will be used by Leadership for Life for the contractual purposes of registering (or re-registering) and maintaining the Applicants membership/participation. I understand that the Personal Data will be retained by Leadership for Life for such period as the Applicants Membership/participation exists and thereafter will be retained by Leadership for Life in line with its Data Retention Periods. I understand that the Applicants Personal Data will be used to maintain their membership/participation including administration, registrations, participation in events and activities, disciplinary matters, incident/accident reports and for statistical purposes. I understand that if I do not provide the Applicants Personal Data their Membership/participation cannot be registered with Leadership for Life. I have read the Data Protection Information and understand that the data will be used to provide me with updates regarding Leadership for Life activities such as meetings, events, activities, trips away and other matters relevant to my child/ward's participation in Leadership for Life.*

I consent to the above application

I understand that Leadership for Life is a part of Foróige and that Foróige's Privacy Statement is available on www.foroige.ie or by contacting info@foroige.ie*

I Confirm

Registration Fee*

Select a payment method^*

Leadership for Life Travel Scholarship

Check back in March 2026 to apply for the Leadership for Life Scholarship to attend the annual youth conference in Maynooth, Ireland!

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Leadership Program Content

The Leadership for Life program involves 3 modules, two facilitated modules and one self-directed module.

Leadership for Life Accreditation

On completion of all three modules of the Leadership for Life program young people are eligible to graduate with a Foundation Certificate in Youth Leadership and Community Action, which is awarded by the National College of Ireland, Galway. This is a unique opportunity to earn a university-level qualification while you are still in High School.

Please email communityoutreach@aislingcenter.org for more information.

This program is made possible with support from the Westchester Community Foundation.