Catalyst Youth Leadership Program – Phase 1
The Catalyst Youth Leadership Program (Phase 1) was successfully implemented over a three-month period from November 2025 to February 2026. The program was completed as planned, following all approved activities and objectives.
The program began with an orientation session and continued with a structured series of six core sessions. These sessions were designed to strengthen participants’ self-confidence, personal voice, and key leadership qualities through practical learning and real-life examples.
Program Session Topics
The six sessions included the following themes:
Discovering the Leadership Within
Building Confidence and Personal Vision
The Art of Communication, Speaking, and Purposeful Influence
Empowered Leadership and Career Pathways
Be the Change: Civic Engagement and Leadership for Impact
Using Stories to Understand the Future
3 Months
Duration
20
Number of Participants
5
Community Based Activities
219
Indirect Beneficiaries
Target Audience
Youth in Batticaloa
Young people aged 18–35.
Our Objectives
To develop leadership, communication, and public speaking skills among youth.
To support career exploration, personal growth, and emotional resilience.
To encourage civic engagement and active community participation.
Municipal Council - Batticaloa
Community Based Activities - IDM Eastern Campus
NAITA Apprenticeship Training Centre, Eravur
Batticaloa Community House - Leadership for Children
Our Partners
American Corner Battialoa