Leadership Incubator

In a world that often overlooks the potential of young adults with disabilities, finding a path to leadership can seem like an insurmountable challenge. However, we believe every young adult has the potential to lead, regardless of whether or not they have a disability. This conviction led to the creation of the Leadership Incubator, an innovative and inclusive program dedicated to nurturing the leadership potential of neurodiverse young adults.

Leadership Incubator is designed to empower young adults with disabilities by providing a platform for personal and leadership development. Leadership Incubator provides a supportive space for participants to explore their strengths, enhance their skills, and cultivate the confidence to lead in their lives and communities.

Summer Cohorts

Our first summer cohort of Leadership Incubator meets on Wednesday and is full. Our second summer cohort will meet for six consecutive weeks on Mondays from 10-2pm at Ursinus College. There is a program fee of $150, which includes lunch at Urisnus Dining Hall and snacks each week. This program is partially funded by a grant from the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC).

Curriculum Highlights

Engaging Workshops

Interactive sessions that encourage exploration of individual strengths and leadership qualities.

Collaborative Activities

Team-based projects that foster teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Personalized Mentoring

One-on-one guidance to refine leadership skills and enhance personal development.

Diverse Learning Approaches

A universally designed curriculum that respects and celebrates all learning styles.

Key Focus Areas

Our program covers essential aspects of leadership and personal development, including:

Confidence Building
Effective Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Decision Making and Time Management
Public Speaking and Networking
Problem Solving and Emotional Intelligence

Transformative Impact

Graduates of Leadership Incubator emerge as more confident and prepared leaders. They are ready to lead our inclusive volunteering events at libraries, college campuses, and corporate companies. They are also ready to lead at other organizations within our community, and/or in their day-to-day lives.

Join Us

Integrate for Good invites neurodiverse young adults and their families to apply to Leadership Incubator. No work, education, volunteer, or leadership experience is required. Together, we're building a more inclusive tomorrow, one leader at a time.

This project is funded in part by the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council.