NXT Leaders began in 2016 with a simple but bold desire: to help young people who were struggling with homelessness, financial hardship, and social and mental health challenges.

Living in a student community while his wife pursued her PhD, our founder met students who battled isolation, financial struggles, and in some cases, even thoughts of suicide. He saw how quickly a healthy mindset could slip into hopelessness — and how deeply this could shape the future of a young life.

Instead of turning away, he chose to act. He opened his home, listened, guided, and supported. From these humble beginnings grew a vision: to build a movement that would help young people strengthen their emotional intelligence, focus on their goals, surround themselves with positive role models, and prepare to face life’s challenges with courage and clarity.

But the journey was not easy. The organisation faced a rocky start, with challenges that forced a pause. In 2019, the vision was reignited in Northampton — only to be met by the disruption of a global pandemic. Yet, even then, NXT Leaders rose again. With courage, determination, and a belief in the future of young people, the mission continued.

Over the years, our founder has personally invested his time, energy, and finances to keep the vision alive — because he believes deeply in the potential of young people. He believes that their inquisitive and innovative spirit is not only the spark of personal success but also a catalyst for entrepreneurial growth, community transformation, and even national renewal.

Today, NXT Leaders empowers young people aged 12 to 35 through leadership training, career development, work experience, peer mentoring, and social impact projects. Our mission is to shape lives, strengthen communities, and raise a generation of young leaders who will not only make a difference but become the difference.