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SUMMARY:Ubuntu Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Learn. Lead. Thrive.\nUbuntu Leadership Summit\nCollective Leadership for Thriving Communities\nPresented by Genesis Youth Foundation \nThe Ubuntu Leadership Summit is a community learning and leadership experience that brings together youth\, families\, professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and community partners to explore ideas that strengthen individuals\, families\, and communities. \nRooted in the African philosophy of Ubuntu\, “I am because we are\,” the summit inspires collaboration\, leadership\, and shared responsibility for building stronger communities. \nWhether you’re preparing for your future\, growing your career\, purchasing your first home\, or looking to make a greater impact in your community\, the Ubuntu Leadership Summit offers practical knowledge\, valuable resources\, and meaningful connections. \nSummit Focus Areas\nParticipants will engage in interactive workshops and discussions led by experienced professionals and community leaders in areas including: \n• Financial Literacy \n• Housing and Homeownership \n• Health and Wellness \n• Entrepreneurship \n• Youth Leadership and Career Pathways \nEach session is designed to provide practical tools\, real world experiences\, and valuable resources that participants can apply in their everyday lives. \nFeatured Workshop\nHousing and Homeownership\nOne of the featured sessions explores the journey from renting to homeownership and the financial decisions that lead to long term housing stability. \nTopics include: \n• Budgeting beyond the mortgage \n• Building and maintaining good credit \n• Saving for a down payment \n• Home inspections and hidden costs \n• Choosing the right home for your stage of life \n• Lessons learned from experienced homeowners \nParticipants will hear firsthand stories from homeowners\, young adults\, and housing professionals while gaining practical guidance for their own homeownership journey. \nWho Should Attend?\nThe Ubuntu Leadership Summit is designed for: \n• Youth and young adults \n• Families and first time homebuyers \n• Community leaders \n• Entrepreneurs and small business owners \n• Professionals and mentors \n• Anyone interested in leadership\, education\, and community development \nEveryone is welcome. \nEvent Details\nDate: August 17-22\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM \nLocation:Genesis Learning Center1200 Walker StreetDes Moines\, Iowa 50316Formerly St. Paul Lutheran Church \nRegister Today\nReserve your spot for the Ubuntu Leadership Summit and join an evening of learning\, leadership\, and community. \nReserve your spot! \nWhat You’ll Experience\nParticipants will enjoy: \n• Interactive workshops \n• Leadership panel discussions \n• Networking opportunities \n• Community conversations \n• Resource exhibitors \n• Youth engagement activities \n• Opportunities to connect with local organizations and professionals \nWhy Attend?\nThe Ubuntu Leadership Summit is designed to: \n• Empower youth and families through education \n• Strengthen leadership within our communities \n• Promote financial\, personal\, and professional growth \n• Connect participants with valuable community resources \n• Inspire collaboration and lasting community impact \nJoin the Movement\nUbuntu reminds us that our success is connected. \nWhen we invest in leadership\, education\, and one another\, we create stronger families\, stronger communities\, and brighter futures. \nJoin us for an inspiring evening of learning\, leadership\, and connection. \nRegister Today and Be Part of the Movement.
URL:https://genesisyouthfoundation.org/event/ubuntu-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:Hope+Elim Building\, 2500 University Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
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