AYLI — African Youth Leadership Institute
Welcome to AYLI Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Changemakers
AYLI — African Youth Leadership Institute
Welcome to AYLI Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Changemakers
About Us
The African Youth Leadership Institute (AYLI) is dedicated to nurturing young leaders who are confident, informed, and equipped to create positive change in their communities and beyond. Through innovative leadership training, mentorship, and civic engagement, AYLI helps youth discover their voice, harness their potential, and lead with purpose in a rapidly changing world. Whether you aspire to influence policy, drive innovation, or strengthen your community, AYLI provides the tools, network, and support to help you turn your vision into impact.
Our Vision & Mission
Mission
Building a sustainable leadership pipeline.
Vision
Empowering the next generation of African Youth leaders.
Why AYLI
AYLI bridges the generation gap and builds spaces where:
Leadership is Cultivated, Cultural Identity is honoured and Mentorship connects past, present and future Leaders.
Leadership is cultivated
Cultural identity is honoured
Mentorship connects generations
Why AYLI
AYLI bridges the generation gap and builds spaces where:
Leadership is Cultivated, Cultural Identity is honoured and Mentorship connects past, present and future Leaders.
Leadership is cultivated
Cultural identity is honoured
Mentorship connects generations
Two Leadership Tracks
Each track blends experiential learning, mentorship, and service projects to cultivate well-rounded, impactful leaders.
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL
Youth Leadership Track
COLLEGE & EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
Young Adult Leadership Track
Our Partners
At AYLI, meaningful partnerships drive lasting impact. Together with schools, nonprofits, businesses, and government institutions, we expand mentorship,
leadership training, and opportunities that bridge education, innovation, and civic engagement across Africa.
JD Graves Foundation
Principal funder expanding scholarships and cross-border exchanges.
Oromia Eleven
Regional broadcaster highlighting youth-led community stories.
Our Team Members
Beirut AbafogI
President
Jelani Jillo
Program Director
Abas Regassa
Community Engagement & Partnership Director
Bonni Abdurahman
Chief Administrative Officer
