Nurturing Our Leaders, One Step at a Time

Through tailored programs for grades K4-12, we help students develop the skills, confidence, and sense of purpose needed to lead with impact in their communities and beyond.

Our Leaders’ Journey

Leadership Explorers

Grades K4-2nd

Leadership Creators

Grades 3rd-5th

Leadership Advocates

Grades 6th-8th

Leadership Fellows

Grades 9th-12th

  • Leadership Explorers

    At this stage, our youngest leaders are just beginning their journey. They are learning how to use their voices, not only to communicate their own needs but to advocate for their peers by working together.

    Grades K4-2nd

  • Leadership Creators

    In this phase, students are introduced to the qualities that define a leader. Our program engages them in diverse activities that expand their interests and skills, helping them build a foundation for leadership.

    Grades 3rd-5th

  • Leadership Advocates

    As our leaders grow, they begin to align their personal interests with a meaningful passion project. Programs are designed to help students understand that true success is connected to a larger purpose they are still discovering.

    Grades 6th-8th

  • Leadership Fellows

    In this final stage, leaders participate in internships and other real-world experiences that prepare them for life after high school. The focus is on leadership development and readiness for post-secondary opportunities.

    Grades 9th-12th

Program Pillars

  • Self-Identity Exploration


    Encouraging curiosity through activities, discussions, excursions, and more to help students define their purpose and life goals.

  • STEAM Exploration


    Promoting curiosity in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through diverse activities.

  • Mindfulness Education


    Fostering mindfulness in the Black community with dedicated activities.

  • Social and Community Advocacy


    Developing active citizenship through our Foundations of Leadership.

  • Post-Secondary Aspirations & Beyond


    Providing comprehensive support to prepare our scholars for life after high school.

Future Urban Leaders

Enriching students’ lives as future leaders of Milwaukee and beyond.

connect@futureurbanleaders.org

P.O. Box 511073
Milwaukee, WI 53203

414.534.2246