The Y is the nation's leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Join today! The Y is an inclusive, cause-driven organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing THE MISSION OF THE YMCA YOUTH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, INC. IS BASED ON THE FUNDAMENTAL BELIEF THAT EVERY CHILD HAS A BIRTHRIGHT TO RECEIVE A FIRST-CLASS EDUCATION. YLA STUDENTS ARE GIVEN THE TOOLS AND KNOWLEDGE THEY NEED TO SUCCEED IN OUR INCREASINGLY GLOBAL CULTURE THANKS TO A DEDICATED GROUP OF TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS, AND SUPPORT STAFF. YLA PROVIDES AN ENVIRONMENT THAT PROMOTES CREATIVE COLLABORATION.