MYLead Curriculum

MYLead curriculum comprises of modules that are activity-based and highly interactive. Each module is intended to represent a workshop. MYLead curriculum is unique as it structures a youth leadership training programme that is intently global in outlook and perspectives but fundamentally local in values and identity. It also aims to provide invaluable experience that evokes participants’ fine senses such as:

Sense of self-worthiness

Sense of well-being

Sense of value

Sense of belonging

Sense of direction

Sense of duty

Sense of humour

Sense of wonder

Sense of responsibility

Sense of pride

MYLead curriculum also pays close attention to religious values and principles. It  caters to the various religious needs and tries to accommodate, as best as possible, participants’ respective religious requirements. In believing that religion is the epicenter of one’s life, MYLead curriculum also incorporates modules that will invoke youth’s appreciation and gratefulness for the Almighty.

All activities are designed to offer hands-on and practical activities that include role-plays, discussions, presentations and team challenges. The curriculum aims to ensure that participants are engaged, the content is relevant and that they would be able to put the skills learned into practice to improve their personal and collective performance.

MYLead curriculum comprises of modules that are guided by certain goals. These goals are as stated below:

Module	Goals
1. Personal Growth	Participants will develop knowledge of self and others in order to prepare for effective leadership through the exposure to a series of activities that promote healthy self-esteem, identity, cultural awareness, development of higher order thinking skills, communication and organizational skills.
2. Leadership Development	Youth will learn the basic concept of leadership development. They will learn the concept of leadership and will understand what it means to be a leader. They will also learn different models and theories of leadership.
3. Community Involvement	Youth will learn the basic concepts of community well-being and community service. They will also examine the influence of culture on community and will have an opportunity to develop and implement a community service project.
4. Cultural Awareness	Participants will develop knowledge and awareness of various cultures that each of them embraces. They will also develop consciousness of issues related to diversity, such as inclusion, cultural appreciation, prejudice, racism and stereotyping.
5. National Identity	Participants will be involved in activities that will strengthen their love and passion to serve their beloved country.
6. World Knowledge	Participants will be exposed to Model United Nation (MUN). They will be involved in simulation of the United Nations that will develop their interest on current issues, topics in international relations, diplomacy and the UN agenda.
7. Filial Piety	Participants will develop awareness on the important virtue of respect for one’s parents and elder members of the family. They will learn the fundamentals of love and respect for their family in ensuring a harmonious and loving relationship within the family unit.

                                                                            Adapted from Aspira Youth Leadership Development Curriculum

In carrying out MYLead camp activities, participants will be introduced to journaling and debriefing. Both are important tasks that need to be performed to reflect on the activities carried out and what the participants have learnt through them. Whilst journaling helps students in self-reflection, debriefing gives the participants the opportunity to express their opinions and concerns or raise further questions in their respective group.