Join us for the grand finale of our Leaders of Today webinar series—a special edition hosted by Fernando Rodríguez, Co-Chair of the Emerging Leaders at IYF.

This time, we’re featuring three extraordinary young leaders:

🎙️ Lanibel Collado, Financial Coordinator, Global

🎙️ Sofía González, Program Coordinator, Mexico

🎙️ Jesús Bocanegra, Program Manager, Mexico

In this candid roundtable discussion, we’ll explore what it means to lead by example, the lessons learned on their journeys, and how they are driving change within IYF and beyond. This session offers a unique opportunity to reflect on leadership, growth, and the impact of empowering young people to step up and create a better future.

In this episode of Emerging Leaders, we sit down with Katia Moreno, Deputy Program Director at IYF's Mexico Office, to explore her inspiring journey from Administrative Assistant to a leadership role. Katia shares her experiences leading initiatives like Conectadas Sureste, Conectadas LAC, Networking Scale - Cybersecurity, NetworkingIT, and Capital Juvenil. We dive into how she has overcome obstacles during challenging times, the essential skills she has developed, and her strategies for balancing a demanding career with personal well-being. Tune in to learn valuable insights on leadership, resilience, and maintaining focus while navigating professional and personal responsibilities.

Join us for a special episode of the Emerging Leaders Podcast in celebration of International Youth Day! Our host, Jesús Bocanegra, Program Manager at IYF, welcomes Christina Sass, the newly appointed President and CEO of IYF.

Christina is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and diversity. Prior to joining IYF, Christina co-founded Andela in 2014, an on-ramp to the digital economy for thousands of young technologists across the globe. Christina has also held pivotal positions at renowned organizations dedicated to advancing education and employment opportunities for youth. Notably, she directed the Program department of the Clinton Global Initiative and provided strategic counsel to the President and CEO of The MasterCard Foundation.

In this inspiring interview, Christina shares her journey, vision for IYF, and insights on the biggest challenges facing youth today. She reflects on impactful moments from her work around the world, offers valuable advice for young leaders, and delivers a powerful message for International Youth Day. Tune in as we celebrate the vital role of young people in leveraging technology to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and explore how technology can drive positive change!

In this episode, we invite you to delve into the inspiring and transformative story of Aakash Sethi. Join us as we explore Aakash's journey, from the challenges he's faced to the triumphs he's achieved. As the CEO of Quest Alliance, Aakash has led initiatives that have impacted 1.6 million learners and 11,000 educators over the past 5 years. Recently, Aakash also joined the Board of IYF, furthering his commitment to youth development and education.

Join IYF Emerging Leaders Stephanie Potenciano, LAC Finance Officer, and Edmari del Valle, US Senior Program Manager, for a candid and uplifting discussion on mental health. Tune in to hear their insights on striking a healthy balance between your professional and personal life as a high-achieving emerging leader.

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In the second installment of Emerging Leaders:The Podcast, our host Lynda Gomez, IYF's Program Officer, engages in a thoughtful conversation with Yvonna Stevens, IYF's Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Finance. This episode delves into the topic of Effective Leadership, offering valuable insights and guidance that will prove beneficial and inspiring for leaders across the board.

In this inaugural episode we want to commemorate International Youth Day, which is focused this year on the theme of Intergenerational solidarity.

Tune in to hear a conversation between Sarah Jonson and Jorge Barragan as they discuss what it will take to Create a World for All Ages, and more.