Recognizing that leaders are trained through a variety of activitiesand learning experiences, learning strategies includeone-to-one meetings, group sessions, creative intercession, panel discussions, question times, and lectures.

Leadership Development - Designed for the experiencedYWAM leader who is in need of refreshment, renewal and/or is at a transitional time in their leadership experience. Topics include: identity in Christ, clarity of calling and gifts, stages and models of leadership development, leadership style, strategic planning, conflict resolution, team dynamics, and spiritual, practical and servant leadership. Aminimum of five years of missions leadership is required.

Slingshot - This leadership seminar is designed so that 18-30 year-old YWAM leaders can embrace the calling, vision and values of the mission. It is often offered in conjunction with key YWAM events, giving students the opportunity to mingle with and learn from seasoned YWAM leaders. Topics include; understanding spiritual leadership, and strengthening godly character and integrity.

YWAM DNA - This seminar is usually 1-2 weeks long and focuses on giving both new and experienced YWAM leadersand staff the history, values, purpose and unique family characteristics of YWAM, hence the name “YWAM DNA.” Taught by senior YWAM leaders, often through a storytelling approach.

LTS - These seminars may be offered in conjunction with the Leadership Training School (CHR 345/LTS) or as “standalone” seminars apart from an LTS. They are usually 3-6 weeks in length, and deal with many practical leadership and management issues while also training leaders to plan for and carry out the visions from inception to completion.Prerequisite for all seminars: missions leadership experience and consent of seminar leader