Flatbush Leadership Academy

The Flatbush Leadership Academy strives to groom and support potential youth leaders 16-24 years old, residing in the Central Brooklyn through personal growth, professional development and mentorship. We provide each participant with training to create a more socially conscious, goal oriented, and responsible young adult.

Join FLA

Applications are now open to join the Flatbush Leadership Academy. The Academy meets every Saturday, 1pm - 3pm and occasionally when school is not in session. Applications are open Brooklyn residents ages 16-24 years old. After submitting a written application, selected youth will be invited to a group interview. The program for male-identifying participants runs January 9, 2021, to March 27, 2021; and for female-identifying participants April 10, 2021, to June 26, 2021.

History of Flatbush Leadership Academy

The Flatbush Leadership Academy was envisioned after the fatal police invovled shooting of 16-year old Kimani Gray in East Flatbush, Brooklyn. Kimani’s death resulted in monumental unorganized protests, particularly by community youth. In the wake of the protest, it was realized that youth had the potential to become positive leaders, if given the resources and opportunity. The Flatbush Leadership Academy will provide a space for community youth voices, cultivate their leadership and in turn reduce youth violence in the community through access. 

Flatbush Leadership Academy is offered to the community by the 67th Precinct Clergy Council, Inc. “The GodSquad” in partnership with Rohan Levy Foundation, G-MACC (Gangsta’s Making Astronomical Community Changes), and realestateOcona.