The Albert Schweitzer Leadership for Life Conference is held annually
and is now one of the highlights of the Foróige calendar. The conference
involves 250 young people aged 15-18. Foróige members attend with
young people from U.S.A., U.K., Nigeria, Korea, Palestine, India and
Russia. There are three levels of participation – module 1, module 2 and
advanced leadership. The conference is held over 5 days and includes
workshops, inspirational guest speakers and lots of extracurricular
activities such as sports evenings, quiz night, cultural talent show
etc. Previous guest speakers at the conference have included, Caroline
Casey, Dylan Haskins, Dr Lynne Holden, Jacqueline Murekatete, Padraig O
Ceidigh, Lionel Alexander, Dr. Janet Gray, Liam McKenna, Séan Gallagher,
Joanne O'Riordan and Cecilia Retelle. These speakers tell their
personal leadership journey and inspire the young people to achieve
their goals.
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