THE LEADERSHIP COLLECTIVE
Where Youth Build Identity, Confidence, and Leadership Presence.
The MTA Leadership Collective is a cohort-based development experience designed to shape young leaders through structured discussion, real-life skill practice, mentorship, service, and accountability—supported by the MTA Growth System and Journal + Rewards Portfolio.
WHAT IS THE LEADERSHIP COLLECTIVE?
The Leadership Collective is where youth move from participation to influence. It’s a structured cohort experience that strengthens:
- confidence and leadership identity
- communication and decision-making
- accountability and self-discipline
- emotional strength and resilience skills
- service leadership and community impact
This is not a motivational club. It is a leadership development track—designed to help youth grow into leaders at school, at home, on teams, and in their community.
THE TWO COHORTS
RISING YOUNG WOMEN
Build confidence, voice, and leadership presence.
Focus areas:
- self-worth, identity, and confidence
- communication and leadership voice
- boundaries and decision-making
- healthy mindset habits and resilience skills
- future planning and purpose
RISING YOUNG MEN
Build integrity, responsibility, and leadership strength.
Focus areas:
- identity and confidence
- discipline and accountability
- emotional strength and self-control
- respect, responsibility, and leadership standards
- decision-making and future readiness
WHO SHOULD JOIN?
The Leadership Collective is for youth who:
- want to build confidence and leadership skills
- need structure and accountability to grow
- want positive mentors and a strong peer culture
- want to develop discipline, communication, and purpose
- are ready to be challenged in a supportive environment
Note: This program is designed for all youth—those who are thriving and those who need a stronger pathway.
WHERE YOUTH GO NEXT
The Leadership Collective prepares youth to step into the Advanced Leadership Pathway:
- Peer Leader (supports younger youth)
- Junior Mentor (service + mentorship training)
- Mentor-in-Training (portfolio + Next Level Life Skills)
- Youth Leadership Council (plans events and service projects)
LEADERSHIP THAT SERVES
Youth in the Leadership Collective participate in community outreach and can earn service hours through:
- youth-led service projects
- charity events and community drives
- supporting younger youth at MTA events
- leadership roles and mentorship support
JOIN THE LEADERSHIP COLLECTIVE
If you’re looking for more than a typical youth group—something structured, measurable, and built to develop leaders—this is it.