Leaders of the Free World
Leaders of the Free World (LFW) is an international experience and leadership development program for young Black men. Our mission is to develop dynamic leaders who are globally-minded, self-aware, and service-driven.
The Leaders of the Free World program combines personal & professional development, as well as cultural exchange and mentorship to increase Black male participation in international experiences for students at 2yr and 4yr institutions.
Along with the opportunity for international exposure, LFW students engage in learning and reflection activities that target the social and psychological barriers to academic success, retention, and empowered leadership.
LFW’s goal is to create a network of leaders whose development impacts their own lives and their communities; growing the next generation of changemakers, entrepreneurs, and mentors.
Along with the opportunity for international exposure, LFW students engage in learning and reflection activities that target the social and psychological barriers to academic success, retention, and empowered leadership.
LFW’s goal is to create a network of leaders whose development impacts their own lives and their communities; growing the next generation of changemakers, entrepreneurs, and mentors.
EXCITING NEWS!!
Leaders of the Free World is excited to announce its partnership with the University of Delaware and New Jersey City University. We are grateful for this opportunity to serve the Black male students on their campus through our leadership development program and Global Leadership Pipeline initiative.
Check out this article from UD Daily to learn about our founder's story and the work LFW is doing to develop the next generation of global leaders.
Check out this article from UD Daily to learn about our founder's story and the work LFW is doing to develop the next generation of global leaders.
Applications Open!
Upcoming Event:
Are you interested in participating in the summit?
Check out our Global Leadership Summit page
Check out our Global Leadership Summit page
LFW Program Overview
A Note Regarding the Current Global Health Crisis
We are continuing to monitor updates on the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) pandemic, including national and international travel recommendations. At this time we have chosen to extend our pre-departure program & curriculum and move our Ghana trip to July 2022. Although our trip was initially scheduled for July 2020, we are taking all precautions and recognize that the pandemic could have far-reaching effects into 2021. Please contact us if you have questions.
2020 Diversity Abroad Social Innovation Awardee
Our Sponsors & Partners
Leaders of the Free World is proudly supported by the Kindle Project Fund of the Common Counsel Foundation, the Earl and Margaret Chesson Charitable Endowment fund of Triangle Community Foundation, the Schwab Charitable Fund, and the Too Fly Foundation.
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Leaders of the Free World is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All donations are tax exempt under U.S. federal law.
All donations are tax exempt under U.S. federal law.
Travel Stories
Our travel stories series highlights the first-time travel experiences of Black men. We believe that the impact of international experiences are transformational and that these stories are powerful. We want to encourage and inspire more young men of color to travel and to share their stories.
My trip to Cuba proved to me that anything was possible. 
Amilton Baptista,
Advisory board and ambassador for the Bigger Than My Block Movement Staff Member at College Bound Dorchester. (Read Full Story) |
I learned a lot about myself and how I needed to take a more deliberate, responsible role in my own life. 
Napoleon Maddox, producer, human beatbox artist, vocalist, DJ, leader of the Hip-hop band called ISWHAT?!.
(Read Full Story) |
Read More from Our First-Time Travel Stories Series!
Do You Have a Travel Story?
LFW is looking for first-time travel stories from Black men. We want to know how your experience changed your life.
Click HERE to tell us your story!
LFW is looking for first-time travel stories from Black men. We want to know how your experience changed your life.
Click HERE to tell us your story!
Want to Get Involved With LFW?
Leaders of the Free World provides international experiences and leadership development for young Black men.
We believe in cultivating the next generation of leaders who are compassionate, courageous, globally-minded, and service-driven.
LFW welcomes all kinds of support, from corporate sponsorships to individual volunteers. Visit our Get Involved page, or Contact us at info@leadersofthefreeworld.org to let us know how you'd like to help.
We believe in cultivating the next generation of leaders who are compassionate, courageous, globally-minded, and service-driven.
LFW welcomes all kinds of support, from corporate sponsorships to individual volunteers. Visit our Get Involved page, or Contact us at info@leadersofthefreeworld.org to let us know how you'd like to help.
Leaders of the Free World is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax exempt under U.S. federal law. Checks for Leaders of the Free World should be made out to "Leaders of the Free World" and mailed to: Leaders of the Free World, 276 Bridge St Springfield, MA 01103