INSIGHTFUL EVENTS

Are you looking to learn, acquire practical knowledge, network and/or be empowered and inspired by experienced role models, leaders, and mentors at the peak of their career?

If so, then The Young Global Leaders Network Inc. events are for you!

All The Young Global Leaders Network Inc. events are booked through this event page once you click on which specific event you are interested in.

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YGLN GLOBAL HUB UPCOMING EVENTS & PROJECTS 2023/2025

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NextGen Lab: Youth Leadership and Mentorship Monthly MasterClass Forum

October 2023 to October 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

This is a Free online monthly webinars featuring renowned speakers and experts covering various topics such as leadership, career development, CV writing, etc. Open to members worldwide. Attending 8 sessions consistently will earn you a transcript and official Professional Certificate in Leadership.

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Young Global Leaders Network (YGLN) SDG Youth Day Celebration

November 25, 2023

Varies by Country

Country Chapters to engage in community projects focused on SDGs.
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Woman2Woman Mentorship Programme 2023

December 30, 2023

Ghana

One-day mentorship event empowering and supporting aspiring women leaders with tailored mentorship sessions.
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NextGen Coffee Networking Social

December 30, 2023

Ghana

One – day networking event for members and non-members of YGLN. This will bring together young leaders, entrepreneurs and experts who will engage participants in an informal setting.
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YGLN Global Vision Conference

January 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

Conference bringing together all global management members, general membership and interns of Young Global Leaders Network to set the tone for the year.

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Virtual General Members Forum

Starting January 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

Online meeting/forum for all members of Young Global Leaders Network to discuss relevant topics and updates.
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Mentor ME Hub

Starting January 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

Leadership workshops/mentorship held twice a year, providing mentorship and guidance to members.
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Certified Young Leader MasterClass Programme

Starting February 2024

Microsoft Teams Online ($80)

Leadership Training program to become a Certified Young Leader, offering a 50% discount for members. Members pay a discounted fee of $80 and non – members pay a fee of $160.

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CanDo Africa Woman Lead Conference 2024

March 9, 2024

Accra, Ghana

Conference focusing on mentoring, empowering, and training women who have completed tertiary and senior high school.
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Empower Africa Public Lecture Series 2024

March 16, 2024

University of Ghana Great Hall, Accra, Ghana (Free)

Lecture series gathering thought leaders, experts, and innovators to share insights, ideas, and strategies for sustainable development and empowerment in Africa.
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YGLN Young KickStarters Forum 2024

March 23, 2024

Accra, Ghana

Forum bringing together 100 talented young entrepreneurs/founders from various sectors for comprehensive training and empowerment.
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African Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2024

April 2024 to July 2024

Asia/Europe (Partly funded)

3-month tailored training program enhancing leadership and entrepreneurial capacity through online and face-to-face components.

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7-Day Enculturation Asia Programme - YGLN Asia Young Leaders Study Tour

23 – 29 May 2024

Malaysia and Singapore ($1400)

This study tour consist of a well crafted activities and lessons that will educate participants about the richness of Malaysian and Singaporean cultures. The programme includes leadership symposium, educational activities where participants learn the value of cross cultural communication among others.

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Young Global Leaders Network (YGLN) SDG Youth Day Celebration

July 24, 2024

Varies by Country

Country Chapters engage in community projects focused on SDGs.
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Young African Leaders SDG Change Ambassador Programme

April 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

Empowering and training young individuals from Africa to become advocates and change agents for the Sustainable Development Goals.
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Entrepreneurship Leadership Workshop for Start-up Members

April 6, 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

Workshop providing guidance and support for start-up members.
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YGLN International Youth Day Forum

12 August 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

This recognises the importance and hard work of the youth of the world. We honor this way by organising an empowerment and mentorship forum.
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October 2024: Global Leadership Forum and Impact Retreat

October 2024

South Africa, Kenya or Rwanda

For all YGLN staff, and volunteers. Forum promoting collaboration and networking within specific geographic areas. Impact Retreat for personal growth and reflection.
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Young African Leaders Summit 2024

December 26-28, 2024

Ghana ($350)

Ghana Summit bringing together young African leaders for networking, collaboration, and discussion on key issues. Members pay $350 whiles non-members pay $403

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Empower Young National Mentorship Forum 2025

March 15, 2025

Accra International Conference Centre

Mentorship forum providing aspiring young individuals access to mentorship opportunities and skills development.
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Young Global Leaders Network Virtual Capacity Building Training 2024 (Fully Funded)

2nd Feb – 3rd March 2024

Microsoft Teams Online (Free)

The objective is to offer modern and gender-inclusive educational programs that will boost the abilities of African youth in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), financial literacy, digital skills, and fundamental entrepreneurship.

PAST EVENTS BELOW:

Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum

Topic: Empowering Women to become Financially Independent

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor – Tendayi Ndoro, UK based Author | Leader | Trainer

FREE ONLINE EVENT           

Date: 12 February 2022, Time: 4PM GMT

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum

Topic: African Youth as key developmental agents: Lead to Develop

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor – Yonatan Tadese, MPA, CSM, Senior Manager, Deloitte Consulting

FREE ONLINE EVENT             

Date: TBC

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum

Topic: Unleashing the Leader in you, everyone is a Leader: Lead to Develop

Guest Speakers & Mentors –

  •  Liat Madinana, Marketing, Communications and Branding Entreprenuer 
  • Samuel Brown Ndubuisi, Group Managing Director, Browncon Group Limited. 

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: TBC

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CareerCV Clinic Session

Topic: Practical CV Workshop

Trainer & Mentor – Lehona Owusu – Darko,

CEO & Founder of TheLink Zone Foundation

ONLINE EVENT             FREE EVENT

Date: TBC

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum

Topic: YOUR LEADERSHIP MODEL: KNOW IT! HONE IT! LEAD TO DEVELOP.

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor –

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date:TBC

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Career and CV Hub Forum

Topic: Employability Skills: GETTING A SEAT AT THE TABLE.

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor – 

ONLINE EVENT

FREE FOR MEMBERS

NON-MEMBERS – $7

Date: TBC

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum

Topic: Network like a Pro: Network right!

Guest Speaker & Mentor – 

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: TBC

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership and Mentorship Forum

Topic: Building a workable career plan.

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor – Emmanuel Bolade, Finace Portfolio Lead, National Grid, United Kingdom|Fellow Member – ACCA
  • FREE FOR MEMBERS
  • NON-MEMBERS – FREE

ONLINE EVENT

Date: TBC

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership & Mentorship Forum

Topic: EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN A LEADER’S TOOLBOX; UNLOCKING INFLUENCE.

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor:

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: 24th July 2021 @ 4PM GMT

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership & Mentorship Forum

Topic: Women Succeeding in the Workplaces: How can men contribute to this?

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor –

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: 21st August 2021 @ 4PM GMT

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DISTINGUISHED PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES II

Topic: Transforming Ghana into a High-income economy through Industrialization of the Ghanaian economy, the commitment of Government and all Political Players: How can young entrepreneurs take advantage of this?

  • Venue: Ghana
  • Special Guest Lecture –
  • Panel Speakers: TBC

Date: 18th November 2021 @ 3PM GMT

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership & Mentorship Forum

Topic: Empowering Women to become Financially Independent

Guest Speaker & Mentor – 

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: 4th September 2021 @ 4PM GMT

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership & Mentorship Forum

Topic: Good Mental Health is a Leader’s Best Friend. Why you need to safeguard your mental health? Lead to Develop.

Guest Speaker & Mentor – 

FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: 18th September 2021 @ 4PM GMT

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Career & CV Hub Forum

Topic: Mastering A Great Job Interview.

  • Guest Speaker & Mentor – 
  • FREE FOR MEMBERS
  • NON-MEMBERS – $7

ONLINE EVENT

Date: 25 September 2021 @ 4pm GMT

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership & Mentorship Forum

Topic: Personal Discovery & Development Journey

Guest Speaker & Mentor – FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: 9 October 2021 @ 4PM GMT

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Bi-Weekly Youth Leadership & Mentorship Forum

Topic: Getting started & sustaining your entrepreneurial business journey; Lead to Develop

Guest Speaker & Mentor – FREE ONLINE EVENT

Date: 23 October 2021 @ 4PM GMT

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WOMEN LEAD EXECUTIVE FORUM 2022

Theme: Women in Leadership: Breaking the glass ceiling.

  • Venue: TBC
  • Speakers: TBC
  • FREE TO ATTEND

Date: 12th March 2022 @ 1pm Ghana time

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Why choose a YGL Network event?

YGL Network is the leading authority on Leadership training, capacity building and soft skills training in the UK and Africa. We run one of the largest continental youth gathering programs that empowers delegates with relevant training to excel. We provide mentorship to our members and delegates. If you’re looking to expand your network or develop your leadership, and entrepreneurship skills, we’ve got an event for you. If you are looking to learn all about productive networking, we also have an event for you. 

Our events combine cutting-edge thought leadership, practical and proven CPD resources and the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs.

Whether you’re an aspiring early-career leader, or an executive at the top of your game, you’ll find an event that is relevant to you and helps you reach your next career goal.

Women Leading in the Covid-19 crisis

During the Coronavirus Pandemic, YGL Network recognised some outstanding women in the Ghana for their diverse contribution to women empowerment and serving as role models to others.

Management Transformed

In a marathon crisis, managers and their responsibilities are changing – take a look at the proven approaches they need to know.

Leading in the Covid-19 crisis

During the Coronavirus Pandemic, YGLN will be maintaining a resource portal for training aspiring leading.

Emmanuel Addo
Founder

Emmanuel Addo is the founder of the Young Global Leaders Network, an international non-governmental organization registered in six (6) countries namely, Ghana, United Kingdom, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan and has a membership strength of over 15,000 young black professionals, students, graduates, and aspiring leaders.

The organization also operates in 25 other African countries. Emmanuel also doubles as the chief convener and founder of the Young African Leaders Summit, one of the largest continental youth summits in Africa.  

Currently works at Kingston University as a Business Engagement Team Member in their Partnerships and Engagement Department. 

He characterizes energy, integrity, result-oriented, and ground-breaking service in each detail of strategic management, change management, stakeholder management, and leadership acquaintances.
Emmanuel owns a core background in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Ghana.

Leveraging his experience as a youth activist and a dynamic young man, Emmanuel founded the Young Global Leaders Network, a youth organization that comprises young diplomats, young politicians, and aspiring politicians, business/entrepreneurial business leaders with the aim of championing a mutual agenda for the African youth and promoting youth participation in governance as well as promoting entrepreneurial culture.
Emmanuel nurtures an environment of teamwork and has expertise in data collection and analysis as well as both quantitative and qualitative methods.

Emmanuel worked as an Associate Lecturer at the London College of Advanced Management where he delivered a wide range of business management courses that involved principles of marketing, leadership, operation management, and research methods. Emmanuel has always maintained high teaching and learning standards to ensure that his students’ stand out in academic achievements and successful progression. As a stout believer and passionate key player in volunteering; Emmanuel creates quality time to giving back gladly to his community what he has learned and to educate individuals with free consultancy on career development. He is a leader anyone would love to look up to and with great integrity, commitment, and passion to make the world a better place.
Emmanuel worked as Qualifications Manager at the Open University in the UK.

Emmanuel is also the founder of Kickstart Innovation Hub Ltd, the entrepreneurial hub of Young Global Leaders Network.