Frequently Asked Questions

The Powerful Youth Global Leadership Academy is open to all youth from around the world.  Our only requirements for admission into this youth summer program is that you are between the ages of 12 to 18 years old by the time that you apply or the time that you attend the program.

All instruction is done in ENGLISH, however, we do not have any English language requirements since we are an experiential learning program leadership training program.  We suggest that students do try to have at least a proficient level of English, or the ability to speak and understand short statements and questions in English, but this is not a requirement.  By far the most important requirement is to have a positive attitude and desire to develop your skills as a young leader.

We are able to provide financial aid to 90% of youth who request assistance.  Financial aid / scholarships come in the form of tuition scholarships, so they do not cover airfare or travel expenses.  Financial aid / scholarships are given on a first come first serve basis every year and once the scholarship funds have been used we are no longer able to issue assistance.

To be considered for financial aid or scholarship, you must first complete an online application and indicate that you require financial assistance to attend our youth summer program. Apply here!

In order to be considered for financial assistance / scholarship, please submit a 2-3 page written essay or create a 3-4 minute video that answers these 3 important questions:

1. Why are you interested in attending the Global Leadership Academy?

2. What sort of clubs, social activities, service, or sports are you involved now and why do you like doing these activities?

3. What is one strength that you have already as a leader?

Feel free to be creative and fun, but make sure to answer the questions as best you can.  Since videos are too large to upload, please send us a link to a YouTube, Vimeo, or some other video hosting site or attach your essay in a Word document and email it to info@powerfulyouth.com.

• Before April 30th, 2021: Full refund ($15 administration fee withheld)
• After April 30th, 2021: Partial refund (depending on individual program costs already pre-paid)
• Within 4-weeks of program start date: No refund

In the case of a denied visa, you are entitled to a full refund. Proper documentation must be provided.

If the program you register for is cancelled due to COVID-19 travel restrictions,

• Full refund

For our Canada programs, participants will stay on the Brookes Westshore campus located at 1939 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC V9B 1W2. The school dorm rooms are designed for 2 students, have ensuite bathrooms, and are large enough for each participant to have their own bed and closet space.

For our UK programs, participants will stay on the Brookes Cambridge campus located at Flempton Rd, Risby, Bury Saint Edmunds IP28 6QJ.  The school dorm rooms designed for 3 to 6 students, have ensuite bathrooms, and are large enough for each participant to have their own bed and closet space.

We assign students to dorms according to gender and to promote diversity. We reserve the right to decline all requests to stay in the same room with someone you may know.