2025 African Youth Summit

Name: 2025 African Youth Summit
Start: 2025-10-18T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-10-18T14:00:00-05:00
Location: Grand View University

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 09:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Grand View University | Des Moines, IA

Join us for the African Youth Summit 2025 — a powerful day designed to inspire, connect, and prepare African youth for a bright future. Whether you're in elementary, middle, or high school, this is your opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive.
Presented by Grand View University
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Speed Lyceum, Grand View University – Des Moines, IA
🗓️ Event Schedule
8:00 – 9:00 AM
✅ Check-in, Breakfast & Networking
9:00 – 10:00 AM
💼 Speed Mentorship & Career Prep Corner
(Resume reviews, interview prep, career chats)
10:00 – 12:00 PM
🎤 Keynote Speakers
Hear from dynamic leaders and professionals from the African diaspora.
12:00 – 1:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch + Panel Discussion
Engage in real talk about identity, success, and resilience.
1:00 – 2:00 PM
💼 Speed Mentorship & Career Prep Continues
🎓 Who Should Register?
We welcome African youth and community supporters across the following tracks:
🧒 Elementary (Grades K–5)
👦🏽 Middle School (Grades 6–8)
👩🏿‍🎓 High School (Grades 9–12)
🙋🏾 Volunteers – Help run a smooth and vibrant event
🧑🏾‍💼 Mentors – Share your career journey and inspire the next generation
📲 Registration is FREE – Reserve Your Spot Today!