LEAD Hubs
LEAD Hubs are locally-run, independent leadership development organizations. LEAD Edu partners with and supports two LEAD Hubs: LEAD Monrovia Football Academy (LEAD MFA) and LEAD Morocco.
The Hubs provide high-quality education, sports training, and leadership development to over 300 boys and girls.
The Hubs operate on a global scale, pioneering a replicable and scalable model that has the potential to transform educational outcomes for children around the world.
LEAD MFA
LEAD Monrovia Football Academy (LEAD MFA) is a full-time residential academy located in Careysburg, Liberia. Established in 2015, LEAD MFA is dedicated to providing a holistic education for 185 student-athletes in grades 4-12.
The academy provides a safe and nurturing environment for youth to develop essential leadership skills, which help them succeed both on and off the field. LEAD MFA’s model blends sports, academics, and leadership principles, equipping students with the tools they need to pursue their dreams and make a lasting impact in their communities.
LEAD Morocco
LEAD Morocco is a half-day academy located in El Mansouria, Morocco. Established in 2019, LEAD Morocco has built a strong partnership with the Ministry of Education to support 122 student-athletes in grades 4-9.
The Hub has successfully launched two major programs: She Plays Football, which focuses on empowering young girls through football, and Amplify, a partnership with the German Corporation for International Cooperation to support entrepreneurship and youth development.
BEYOND THE ACADEMIES
Beyond the academies, LEAD Hubs impact thousands of youth through a variety of after-school, capacity-building, and event-based programs. In collaboration with global partners such as Orange and government bodies, LEAD Hubs offer nationwide sport tournaments, STEM + Leadership camps, capacity building for young social entrepreneurs, and in-person events.
