Our Story & Mission
Driven by a belief in the transformative power of youth leadership.
Our Mission
To empower young people across Africa and the globe by providing them with the leadership skills, mentorship, and opportunities they need to drive positive change in their communities.
Our Vision
A world where every young person has the agency, confidence, and capacity to lead a life of impact and purpose.
Our Core Values
Innovation
We embrace new ideas and creative solutions.
Empathy
Leadership starts with understanding others.
Integrity
We act with honesty and transparency.
Global Citizenship
We are responsible for our shared world.
Kgotso Hope Lekau
Founder & Executive Chair
The Architect of Hope
Kgotso Hope Lekau founded the Foundation in 2016. Read his story for his account of how it began and the work that shaped its mission.
Read His Full StoryA Decade of Impact
Founded in 2016, the Foundation centres its work on young people, leadership and opportunity.
The Foundation begins
Founder Kgotso Hope Lekau dates the Foundation’s beginning to 22 January 2016 in his founder story.
New Generation Leaders Assembly
The Assembly is scheduled for 24–28 March 2027. Applications close at the end of January 2027; the cohort is 100–150 delegates aged 18–40.
Ready to be part of the story
Join us as we write the next chapter of global youth leadership. Whether as a partner, donor, or delegate.