Youth Engagement Program for High School Students

The LEAD Program is designed to inspire, empower, and equip high school students with essential leadership skills while cultivating a strong sense of social responsibility. This allows them to serve their communities, develop meaningful connections, and experience the joy of giving. Through the program, participants will engage in hands-on volunteering, interactive workshops led by experts, and thought-provoking speaker sessions that challenge perspectives and spark growth.

As you embark on this transformative journey, your registration reflects dedication to personal growth, cooperation, and positive impact. Join us in shaping a generation of impactful leaders. Together, we will shape a generation of leaders who make a significant difference.

Key program details include:

• Program duration is from October 1st, 2025, to August 31th, 2026.
• Each registered student will receive a Sewa shirt for event participation, so please select your correct size during registration.
• Details about orientation, meetings, and schedules may be shared prior to the program start by the respective LEAD chapter coordinator. These gatherings are intended to provide students with opportunities to meet adult leaders, connect with peers, exchange ideas, discuss potential projects, and begin building a strong leadership network.

Who Can Participate?

• Open to students in 8th–12th grades (current high school students).
• Students and parents must be committed to the program and adhere to guidelines.
• Parental involvement may be required in certain activities; some volunteer hours for parents could be mandatory.

• While Sewa is a Hindu faith-based organization, the program is inclusive and open to students of all racial, ethnic, religious, and gender backgrounds.

Benefits of the Program: 

• Well-Rounded Personal Growth
• Engage with socially responsible community leaders
• Fulfillment Through Service
• Cultivating Leadership Abilities
• Group Coordination and Management Skills
• Acquiring new competencies
• Enhancing Self-belief & confidence
• Strengthening Peer Relationships
• Contribution to Community Initiatives and Sewa Projects
• Service Hours Recognition
• (Public Speaking, Time Management, Planning & Coordination, fundraising etc)