Young People’s Leadership Academy
Developing social and emotional intelligence skills that help children thrive and develop into Kind, well-rounded adults.
Young People’s Leadership Academy
Educate Kindness and foster positive racial identity development
Our Kindness In Development Stages (K.I.D.S) Academy is a training program delivered to young people (ages 11 – 16) engaging students in critical thinking, self-development, and habit formation. It aims to develop their self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills, preparing students for life challenges while also teaching them the core values vital for school, work, and life success.
The social and emotional learning standard (SEL) framework in the UK focuses on five key outcomes: “being healthy, staying safe, enjoying and achieving, making a positive contribution, and achieving economic wellbeing”. Our work with children reflects the five components of the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework enabling children to acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, feel and show empathy, maintain great relationships, and make responsible decisions – skills needed to thrive.
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TEENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (1-year programme)
Empowering the Next Generation
Lead with Kindness | Ages 11–16
This year-long programme builds socially aware, emotionally intelligent young leaders through monthly leadership workshops, community-focused group projects, public speaking and advocacy opportunities, mentoring, and identity- and character-building activities.
💥 Impact:
Graduates have gone on to speak at city events, join youth panels, and mentor younger children in their communities.
"My son found his voice through the Leadership Academy." – Parent
Find out more‘’Every child I know who overcame long odds and grew into a responsible adult can point to an adult who stepped into his or her life as a FRIEND, a MENTOR, and a GUIDE’’
– S. Truett Cathy
YOUTH-LED PROGRAMMES
Building Power. Shaping Futures. Driving Systemic Change | Ages 15 –18
Our Youth-Led Programmes empower young people, particularly those from minoritised and marginalised communities, to lead change on the issues that matter most to them. Through leadership development, social action, research and mentoring, young people build confidence, skills and influence — shaping decisions that affect their lives, their communities and wider systems.
💥 Impact:
“ Before, I wasn’t as confident in speaking out, but opportunities such as making a presentation to the Lord Mayor of Leeds have helped to build my confidence." – Teen 16yrs old
Find out moreSUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATION PROGRAMME
Powered by GCSEPod | Ages 10–16
We provide academic enrichment for children who need extra support outside the school environment. Using trusted learning tools like GCSEPod, we help children:
- Improve performance in core GCSE subjects
- Build independent study habits and digital literacy
- Access learning in culturally responsive and inclusive ways
💥 Impact:
Children in our programme have shown increased confidence in school, improved grades, and a renewed motivation to learn. We work closely with parents to track progress and provide wraparound support.
"Afrikindness gave my child the tools and confidence she never got in school." – Parent Testimonial
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Mentoring for Holistic Development | Ages 10-16
Mentoring is more important than ever in today’s society. At Afrikindness, our mentoring connects young people with trusted individuals and institutions who have walked the paths they aspire to follow, offering guidance, encouragement and real-world insight.
By coaching and developing the next generation of leaders, we help young people build confidence, purpose and direction — because today’s learners are tomorrow’s leaders, and mentoring has the power to transform lives.
How can you support?
Help us to help more young people by getting involved.
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For Parents:
Give your child the tools to thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.
Register your interest TODAY!
For Sponsors & Funders:
Partner with us to create meaningful change. Your support helps us deliver high-impact programmes to children who need it most.
👉 To get involved, send an email to ceo@afrikindness.org
👉 To sponsor a programme, send an email to ceo@afrikindness.org
