Leadership Foundations Pilot

7 Weeks: History, Power, and Ethical Authority

Introduction

The Leadership Foundations Pilot is a 7-week hybrid program designed to form emerging Muslim leaders through experiential leadership formation rooted in Qur'an and Sunnah, strengthened by leadership psychology and historical insight.

This pilot is built to cultivate responsibility, restraint, and community leadership — not merely confidence or visibility.

Who It's For

  • High school juniors and seniors
  • College students
  • Emerging young leaders

Format

  • Monday–Thursday: Guided experiences, community-based tasks, short modules that "unveil" meaning after action.
  • Friday: In-person youth circle (majlis) focused on reflection, mentorship, and integration.
  • Capstone: A culminating gathering or retreat element (optional in first pilot).

Week-by-Week Roadmap

Week 1: What defines a leader? Authority, the self, and responsibility.
Week 2: Power, ambition, and the fall of leaders.
Week 3: Spiritual leadership and moral courage.
Week 4: Islamic civilizational leadership models.
Week 5: Leading on campus and in community life.
Week 6: Action, sincerity, and accountability.
Week 7 Capstone: Power, civilization, and community renewal with a practical leadership action plan.

Outcomes

Participants leave with:

  • stronger ethical judgment
  • deeper self-awareness
  • responsible communication skills
  • historical and civilizational clarity
  • a practical leadership action plan rooted in service