Behind every strong program is a stronger local team. Today we hear from facilitators whose pride is contagious. Watching young people teach each other — sharing in language, demonstrating a drill, explaining a concept — is leadership in real time. As facilitator Nathan Fejo reflects, seeing students step up inspires everyone in the room.

“It was so good to see young mob. They are still students themselves, stepping up and teaching like that. I was really inspired.” — Nathan Fejo

Facilitators shape tone, pace and possibility. They know when to pause for a cultural reference, when to invite an Elder to speak, and when to hand the mic to a young leader. This shared ownership transforms workshops into community spaces where knowledge flows freely.

The result is impact that lasts beyond any single session. Young people who teach today will coach tomorrow; facilitators who seed confidence today will harvest leaders for years. This is how sustainable change takes root — locally, proudly, together.

We’re grateful to work alongside facilitators who make that happen.

Help equip local teams with training, travel and resources so young people learn from people they trust — and become the next leaders.