Date/Time
Date(s) - 09/24/2026
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Hosted by the Association for Children’s Mental Health (ACMH) in partnership with Michigan’s Children, the Emerging Leaders Workshop empowers Michigan youth ages 13–20 with lived experience of mental or behavioral health challenges to discover their leadership potential, explore advocacy, and learn how their voices and experiences can help create meaningful change.
Through interactive activities, conversations, and guest speakers, participants will build skills they can use in their schools, communities, careers, and beyond.

Designed for Emerging Leaders
Whether you are already involved in leadership or just beginning to find your voice, this workshop is a space to learn, connect, and discover the impact you can make.
What You’ll Gain
Build Confidence
Strengthen communication skills and feel more confident sharing your ideas.
Find Your Voice
Learn how your experiences can help create positive change.
Grow Your Skills
Develop leadership, teamwork, and advocacy skills.
Make Connections
Meet other young people and leaders from across Michigan.
During the Workshop
Explore Advocacy
Learn how policies impact young people and how youth voices
can influence change.
Develop Leadership Skills
Practice communication, collaboration, and problem-solving.
Connect With Others
Build relationships with young people who want to make a difference.
Event Details
Date: September 24, 2026 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Format: Virtual
Cost: Free
Presented by: ACMH + Michigan’s Children
Ready to Become an Emerging Leader?
Your ideas matter. Your experiences matter. Your voice matters.
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