Summit Features
The I-Lead Youth Summit brought together high school students from across Mobile County for a day of learning, inspiration, and connection. Students participated in interactive sessions, heard from speakers, and connected with peers and community leaders while exploring college and career pathways, leadership, and life skills.
Listening Sessions
Listening Sessions give students the opportunity to share their voices and experiences in small-group conversations centered on topics that matter most to them. During these sessions, students will reflect on issues such as belonging at school, mental health, safe and enriching community spaces, and preparing for college, careers, and the future.
These conversations are designed to create a space where students feel heard, valued, and empowered. Insights shared during the sessions will help inform community leaders, educators, and partners as they work together to better support young people across Mobile County.
Future Pathway Sessions
Students will choose one Future Pathway Session to attend based on their interests and goals. Each session focuses on a key area that helps students explore opportunities and build confidence in planning their future.
Sessions include:
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Life Skills & Well-Being
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College and Higher Education
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Community and Leadership
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Career and Workforce
Through engaging discussions with professionals, mentors, and community leaders, students will gain practical insights, advice, and resources to help them start thinking about their next steps after high school.
Experience Sessions
Students will choose one Experience Session to participate in, offering hands-on activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and skill-building.
Sessions include:
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Engineering & STEM Demos
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Entrepreneurship
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Creative Arts
Mental Health Strategies
What’s Next?
