At the Leadership Academy, within a community of peers and an inclusive, exploratory learning environment, young women from marginalized backgrounds discover their inner spark, and nurture their leadership potential while gaining knowledge, skills, and a broad understanding of their opportunities. The Academy program is provided at the Center, a safe space to socialize, study, and grow among friends. Students who are at a distance from the Center, attend Satellite programs. Provided in partnership with grassroots NGOs, WEP’s Leadership Academy is run by women from the community who, using area resources, adapt the program to meet students’ interests and needs.

WEP partners with NGOs, that enlist local women to lead the Leadership Academies in their communities.

1. WEP partners with NGOs in need of a WEP program. WEP & NGOs work together to establish multiple Academies.
2. Work with NGO staff to identify and train Academy Directors.
3. Collaboration Lab provides Academy Directors training and a resource hub for ongoing mentorship and support.