Seminar 2027!

We are excited to announce our 2027 Seminar Dates!

June 2nd – June 5th, 2027

University of Southern Maine, Gorham

Maine Youth Leadership is a 4-day seminar focused on enhancing leadership skills, volunteerism, and character for high school sophomores in Maine.

The Pillars of Maine Youth Leadership

Leadership

Leadership

Participants are empowered to take initiative, inspire others, and develop effective decision-making skills. Through hands-on activities and group challenges, students gain the confidence and tools needed to lead in both their school communities and beyond.

Volunteerism

Volunteerism

We emphasize the importance of giving back to the community and making a positive impact through service. Participants engage in projects that highlight the value of helping others, learning how volunteer work can strengthen communities and build a sense of shared responsibility.

Character

Character

We are dedicated to fostering integrity, respect, and personal responsibility in emerging leaders. Through discussions and reflection, students explore how to make ethical choices, overcome challenges with resilience, and be role models who inspire others through their actions and values.

Discover Maine Youth Leadership

For Parents & Guardians

Get answers to your questions and complete the required parent/guardian paperwork.

For Students

Explore what the seminar is all about, get answers to your questions, and find day of information.

For Schools

Learn more about the purpose of MYL, what ambassadors will engage in, and complete the nomination form for your school.

For Alumni

Complete your application to become a JC/AC, view upcoming events, and more for alumni of MYL.

From Our Blog

Summer 2026 Newsletter

Summer 2026 Newsletter

Dear MYL Family, Friends, and Supporters, At the end of May, we wrapped up our annual summer seminar, welcoming high school sophomores from across the state. Watching these young leaders step out of their comfort zones, build lifelong connections, and discover their...

Winter Alumni Event: Escape Room

Winter Alumni Event: Escape Room

Join us for our winter alumni event at the Escape Room in Augusta. Reserve your spot now - space is limited so jump on it now! We’ll be going on January 11th in the afternoon, and people need to sign up by January 4th. $20/alumni! Register to Join Us below! Winter...

"We learned and recognized our own strengths, our passions, our gifts, our legacy, how to improve the community, the importance and significance of volunteering and perseverance, discussed bridging the gap between high school and college, and just in general discovered ourselves. We learned that no judgement is perhaps the most important thing you can do for both your friends, family, and community, and also yourself."
Annie G.
"We learned and recognized our own strengths, our passions, our gifts, our legacy, how to improve the community, the importance and significance of volunteering and perseverance, discussed bridging the gap between high school and college, and just in general discovered ourselves. We learned that no judgement is perhaps the most important thing you can do for both your friends, family, and community, and also yourself."
Annie G.
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