Our Initiatives

Our Initiatives

Founder's story

A short note from the founder

Why we started The Leadership Labs, and what we believe access to learning should look like.

30+

Students mentored through Grad School

2000+

Laerners Reached With Our Monthly Lab Series

5+

Topics/Skills explored through training

I see STEMpower Her and The Leadership Labs evolving into more than mentorship and skills training platforms; they’re the foundation for long-term impact. Platforms that not only equip underrepresented students with the tools to succeed, but also encourage them to lead, collaborate, and give back.

My long-term vision is to build a continent-wide network of STEM professionals, educators, and aspiring scholars who share knowledge, collaborate across borders, and support one another through every stage of their academic and professional journeys. I want to see more African women in labs, leading research projects, launching companies, influencing policy, and shaping the future of science and technology.

And through The Leadership Labs, I also hope to support a broader community of underrepresented students, regardless of gender, who are eager to grow, lead, and make meaningful contributions in STEM fields across the continent.
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Amina Abdulsalam

Founder, The Leadership Labs

Founder, The Leadership Labs

Our team

Meet the team driving The Leadership Labs

Meet the team driving The Leadership Labs

Meet the team driving The Leadership Labs

Amina Abdulsalam

Graduate Researcher, Penn State University, State College, PA

Amina Abdulsalam

Graduate Researcher, Penn State University, State College, PA

Amina Abdulsalam

Graduate Researcher, Penn State University, State College, PA

Toyin Comfort Akinleu

Communications and Public Relations Officer

Toyin Comfort Akinleu

Communications and Public Relations Officer

Toyin Comfort Akinleu

Communications and Public Relations Officer

Oladotun Pelumi Olagunju

Web and Digital Media Manager

Oladotun Pelumi Olagunju

Web and Digital Media Manager

Oladotun Pelumi Olagunju

Web and Digital Media Manager

Become a Volunteer

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in advancing the mission of The Leadership Labs, empowering students and young professionals through transformative workshops, short courses, mentorship, and community-driven initiatives.

© 2026 The Leadership Labs. All rights reserved.

Become a Volunteer

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in advancing the mission of The Leadership Labs, empowering students and young professionals through transformative workshops, short courses, mentorship, and community-driven initiatives.

© 2026 The Leadership Labs.

Become a Volunteer

As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in advancing the mission of The Leadership Labs, empowering students and young professionals through transformative workshops, short courses, mentorship, and community-driven initiatives.

© 2026 The Leadership Labs. All rights reserved.

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