The
YMCA of the Cayman Islands and Saxon Insurance are partnering
together to offer “Teen Lead On”, a leadership programme for 15
teens ages 13 to 17 taking place from 17 to 21 August.
Comprising a variety of
workshops and seminars, Teen Lead On will utilise the Ropes Challenge
Course and other adventure-based elements across the island to
provide teens with specialty leadership training. Teens will also be
provided with ongoing volunteer opportunities that both serve the
community and further develop their leadership competencies. In an
effort to remove financial barriers, participation
fees will be covered in full by Saxon.

Interested teens will have to complete a short, written application and go through an interview process in order to be considered for the course. Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive an official YMCA Leadership Certificate that will assist with school and job applications. Additionally, the cohort will be provided with opportunities to volunteer within YMCA programmes, with an expectation that they serve a minimum of 40 hours within 6 months of programme completion. Volunteer opportunities include after-school, day camp, sports, ropes course and swim lessons.