Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Revisit history and discover your roots
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Commune with nature and help rebuild rainforests
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Appreciate the diversity of your heritage
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Meet new friends and make new memories
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Youth Leaders in the Diaspora
Experience the fun

About YouLeaD

Youth Leaders in the Diaspora (YouLeaD) is a two-week cultural immersion program in the Philippines intended for Filipino youth who were born abroad or migrated at an early age, such that they are not very familiar with the Philippines.

The program seeks to help participants answer long standing questions about themselves and their identities as half- or part-Filipinos that they may have had growing up. Joining the program would aid them in the journey of understanding a significant part of their identities, which would hopefully move them toward a more meaningful relationship with their Filipino families and the nation itself.

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Objectives

To gain better understanding and appreciation of the rich tradition and cultural heritage of the Philippines.
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To expose the participants to best practices of the Philippines’ good...
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To learn about international and national agencies and organizations...
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To actively participate in discussions and workshops of the Diaspora to Development Summit and network...
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Modules

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WHAT OTHERS SAY

This experience was a unique. I'm glad to have shared it with the people I am with. Thank you for the memories we've made and the laughter we've shared throughout the days we've been together. YouLeaD 2018, despite not being more than five days long, has undoubtedly created an impact on both our lives as delegates and Filipino youth, and the lives of those we have visited along the way.
Phoebe Ysabelle De Leon

Phoebe Ysabelle De Leon

New Kuwait Philippine International School

The YouLeaD experience has made me understand the true essence of humanitarianism, humility and charity. I also realized how doing small acts of kindness can affect people's lives tremendously.
Anthony Kier Carbonel

Anthony Kier Carbonel

Philippine School in Greece

Hopefully, next year, I will be able to attend again with my other schoolmates. Thank you to everyone who took part in this project.
Michelle Kyle Balba

Michelle Kyle Balba

Philippine School in Greece

To be completely honest, everything went to plan. This program absolutely exceeded my expectations. Well done, CFO!
Christianne Francisco

Christianne Francisco

New Kuwait Philippines International School

The more experiences we’ll have, the more lessons we’ll learn. Namulat po talaga kami na napaka-blessed po kami. I’m very thankful for all that I’ve experienced here sa YouLeaD!
Donn Fabian Emmanuel Ferrer

Donn Fabian Emmanuel Ferrer

New Kuwait Philippines International School

NEWS AND EVENTS

YouLeaD-Korea 2024: Filipino-South Korean Youth Leaders Strengthen Cultural Ties Through Immersive YouLeaD Experience

The Commission on Filipinos Overseas’ (CFO) Youth Leaders in the Diaspora (YouLeaD), recently brought together aspiring youth leaders from South […]

YouLeaD 2018 Experience

Filipino Students from Greece and Kuwait Participate in the Youth Leaders in the Diaspora Program The Commission on Filipinos Overseas […]