Saleh Fareed

Saudi Gazette

JEDDAH — The Youth Leaders Community (YLC) has held the “Leadership Boot Camp Program” in cooperation with the Ministry of Education’s General Directorate of Talents and the University of Business and Technology. As many as 60 young talents, male and female, aged 15 to 18 years took part in the two-week program, which started on July 1.

“The program focuses on empowering participants with the latest concepts, skills and leadership habits in an inspiring environment. It also re-enforces the core values of responsibility and taking the initiative that helps in the overall social development in accordance with Life Quality Program 2020,” said Hussein Al-Ghamdi, general supervisor of YLC.

The General Directorate of Talents has nominated 40 participants from the different education directorates across the Kingdom. The remaining 20 joined out of their personal interest.

“The main objective of the “Leadership Boot Camp Program” is making great young leaders, who are responsible and confident of their skills and abilities. The program implements a cognitive model known as “REAL LIFE” that allows participants to cultivate the strong leadership mentality and character relying on eight major skills, which includes setting example, effective communication, achievement, leadership, heritage, determination, strong belief and empowerment, Al-Ghamdi said.