Generation of Leadership

Long-term, systemic change requires better leadership.

The young people we recruit, train and support in full-time professional opportunities are defined by a spirit and a drive that makes them natural leaders, and arguably the most valuable product of our work. 

Since 1985, they have gone on to affect change and achieve great things.

Not only for themselves, but for their countries and the world - often contributing to our work with their increasing experience, skills and networks, and serving as powerful advocates and groundbreakers for youth-led development work. 

There are already more than 16,000 Restless Development alumni worldwide.

We want to support these young leaders at each stage of their careers to move up and into positions of influence where they can take our youth-led values to deliver change with and for others.

We will

• Produce another 6,000 young leaders trained and experienced through full-time professional work with us, bringing our global alumni to 22,000 (since 1985).
• Provide tangible support to 4,000 of our alumni, enabling them to further their own careers/prospects and help other young people.
• Document 1,000 case studies of our values-based young leaders showing the change they are leading in the public, private and civil society.

We HAVE

Launched a pioneering online network that connects former national and overseas volunteers, interns, staff and supporters worldwide.

The network provides a platform for professional and personal development, enabling all those connected with Restless Development to access one another's career advice, support, contacts and stories.

Based on a series of professional interviews and an online networking site designed just for us, the Alumni Network is a fantastic way for Restless Development supporters worldwide to stay connected and make the most of the alumni community.