Global Learning Lab

Where Young Leaders Create Real Change

We equip young people with the skills and support to lead projects that strengthen their communities.

Leadership Academy → Community Project → Real Impact

Create Impact

See Our Work

1K+

Active Partners

12K+

Youth empowered to

lead

40+

Countries with active

programs

94%

Of participants lead community

impact

Lives impacted since

founding

10K+

Facilitators around the

world

100+

Youth-led sustainable

impact projects

The "Why" & "How"

Journey into Impact

Our model guides young leaders from learning to action—through training, mentorship, and real-world project experience.

Step 1: Identify

Identify Young Leaders

We partner with schools, universities, and local organizations to find and support young people ready to step up and make a difference in their communities.

Step 2: Empower

Build Leadership Skills

Participants develop the skills, mindset, and confidence to lead through hands-on learning.

Step 3: Action

Launch Projects

Youth leaders turn their ideas into action by designing and leading real-world projects.

Step 4: Change

Transform Systems

Localized actions scale up to shape stronger schools, responsive nonprofits, and participatory governments.

See How It Works

Local Action, Global Change

See the Power of Inspired Leaders

Discover the Power of Leaders. Our program is focused on helping you discover and equip yourself with new skills to create lasting community impact. Hear the stories from our participants and partners today.

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Give Today

Invest in the Power of Young Leaders

92¢ of every dollar goes directly to funding regional programs and empowering youth.

$100

Sustainability Partner

You will join a growing community of friends of GL2 focused on launching sustainable youth initiatives

Give $100

$250

Youth Innovator

Supporting a young person through the Leadership Academy as well as their project which will address their community needs

Give $250

$500

Leadership Mentor

Supporting two youth as they complete the Leadership Academy and launch their sustainable impact project.

Give $500

$1,000

Cornerstone Builder

Supporting a team of 4-5 youth working together through the leadership training and the development of their sustainable impact project.

Give $1000

Connecting Local Action to Global Goals

Each project connects local action to global goals.

Our programs are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, helping young people design projects that address real challenges in their communities.

Click a goal to explore projects in action.