Momentum Leadership
The programme qualifies for 13 weeks of community involvement and personal development in order to complete the bronze award of the Gaisce, President’s Award.
Momentum Leadership Programme is for
Female Transition Year Students who want to:
Learn from exceptional professionals sharing leadership skills that they have learned in their careers.
We find exceptional professionals who share with you real-life experiences.
Connect with others in need by offering your time to help out a Charity in your community.
Have hands-on experience with a Charity where you will help people in need.
Apply your learning experience from both the speakers and Charities you will be working with.
We offer group mentoring, led by young professionals in which you get the chance to tease out what you have learned.
Leader Lab Speakers 2023-2024
Kerrie Leonard
Irish Para-Archer and DEI Advocate, Kerrie Leonard, to Speak at Glenard University Residence on November 8th @ 7.30-8.30pm
Kerrie Leonard, an Irish para-archer and diversity, equity, and inclusion champion, is set to speak at Glenard University Residence on November 8th. She made her mark at the 2021 Paralympic Games in Tokyo and currently works as a Fashion and Luxury Key Account Manager at Meta.
Kerrie's journey is an inspiring tale of determination and achievement, both in sports and the corporate world. Her educational background includes an MSc in Marketing Practice from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School.
Join us on November 8th to hear Kerrie Leonard's story, encompassing her remarkable sporting achievements, her role at Meta, and her commitment to diversity and inclusion. Her insights promise to be both enlightening and motivating.
To find out more visit her social media pages:
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.
Elizabeth Zion
Elizabeth Zion: A Rising Human Rights Advocate and Writer, to speak at Glenard University Residence on January 17th @ 7.30-8.30pm
Join us on Wednesday, January 17th for an enlightening talk by Elizabeth Zion, a young human rights advocate and skilled writer.
Elizabeth's journey led to her nomination to UNICEF's youth advisory board, where she passionately champions post-Covid actions from government leaders. A gifted writer and poet, Elizabeth has honed her public speaking skills at renowned institutions like Dublin City University. Her written work covers critical human rights topics and was featured in the "What You Need to Know About Me" anthology. Recognized by major Irish news stations, Elizabeth has shared her insights on issues like homelessness and youth empowerment.
Currently working in international protection, she possesses essential skills for any organization and is proficient in four languages.
Join us on January 17th to hear from this promising advocate and writer.
To find out more, visit her official website.
Previous Leader Lab Speakers
Rosanne Longmore, CEO of Coroflo
Paul Nugent, Actor and Coach
Kate Kirby, Head of Performance Psychology at the Sport Ireland Institute
Clodagh Edwards, CEO of Image Magazine
Orlaith Carmody, Coach and Media Training
Marie Louise Kelly, CFO of Orix Aviation
Our Programme
There are three components to our programme:
Leader Labs
Group Mentoring
Social Impact
We meet on a Wednesday evening (7.30-8.30pm) twice a month starting in October and ending with an Award Ceremony in April.
TY students come together to engage with competent professionals to learn leadership skills first hand, to then put into practice by working on social projects that make an impact in the lives of those in need. We work in partnership with leading companies and charities so that each participant has the opportunity to learn and experience from the best.