Every great city is defined by the vision of its leaders and the strength of its people.
At the heart of every thriving community is its youth—the thinkers, builders, and changemakers who hold the keys to the future. But are today’s young people prepared to meet the challenges ahead? Are they equipped to lead, innovate, and co-create the resilient, regenerative cities we all dream of?
The truth is, our outdated systems were designed to support a world that no longer exists. The challenges emerging from this reality are being felt by all of us, worldwide. It is no longer enough to aim for incremental progress or patchwork solutions. Instead, we must strive to leave behind good ruins from which future generations can rise from the ashes of modernity and soar into a future marked by AI and the digital technologies it will power. This future will demand a wisdom like never before—one that ensures our creations serve life rather than destroy it.
as a city leader, you are uniquely positioned to help shape this future what role will you play? what will you be remembered for contributing?
This reality makes it not only imperative to prepare our youth but also essential to educate ourselves on how to be ancestors who left a legacy of ‘good ruins’—a foundation from which to build a thriving society.
The Future Leaders Project offers your city:
- a FREE program for all 15-26 year old students; developed by world-class educators, easy to implement, deeply impactful, and fully resourced.
- real-world impact projects driven by your city’s youth
- cross-sector community collaboration between schools, parents, teachers, and local organisations
- recognition as an early adopter of an innovative, global education movement
- flexible rollout options—from small-scale pilots to city-wide implementation
Lead Innovation in Participatory Governance
Your city has the chance to redefine how urban communities work together. By engaging young people in impactful decision-making processes, you’ll set the standard for inclusive and collaborative governance, demonstrating how cities thrive when every voice matters.
Build a Legacy of Empowerment and Resilience
Through our Future Leaders Quest, young people will gain the tools to tackle complex urban challenges, collaborate on solutions, and take ownership of their communities. This is about more than preparing youth—it’s about creating a city ready to adapt, innovate, and flourish.
Become the Benchmark for Thriving Cities
Cities that prioritise youth development today will become the benchmarks of tomorrow. By partnering with us, your city can lead the way as a beacon of innovation, inclusivity, and regeneration, setting an example for others to follow.
Turn Challenges Into Opportunities
The energy, creativity, and fresh perspectives of young people are unmatched. By channeling their potential through community-led projects, local challenges can be transformed into opportunities for collaboration and growth, creating lasting benefits for everyone in your city.
Foster Regenerative Development
A city that invests in its youth isn’t just building for the future; it’s regenerating its present. By engaging young people, your city will grow sustainably, inclusively, and with a vision rooted in collective wellbeing.
Position Your City as a Trailblazer
This partnership is your opportunity to shape not only your city’s future but also the global conversation on urban development. Your city can lead the way as a model of thriving communities, inspiring others to follow in your footsteps.
Shift from Mentorship to Allyship
Create an intergenerational alliance where citizens learn from and with each other. Each generation holds unique skills, experience, and wisdom that the other needs to thrive in a rapidly changing world. By fostering cross-generational collaboration, your city becomes a hub of shared knowledge and collective growth.
great cities are remembered not just for their skylines but for their courage to innovate and evolve here's how you can get started...
Engage Your Education Teams
Encourage your education departments and school networks to support and promote the program. We provide all the tools—they simply activate, promote and share.
Involve Your Community
Invite local impact organisations to partner with participating students. This creates pathways for real, measurable community action driven by youth and supported by trusted local groups.
Track and Expand
Pilot the program in a few schools or neighbourhoods and observe the impact. When ready, scale across your city. We’ll walk with you step-by-step with templates, tracking tools, and communications support.
