21st Century Leaders is a non-profit organization based in Georgia that aims to empower high school students to become leaders in their schools, communities, and future careers. Founded in 1989 as The Georgia Business Forum, the organization recognizes the need to prepare young people for leadership roles and to bridge class and racial barriers in the workforce. Their programs connect students with diverse peers, professionals, ideas, and organizations, and help them develop essential leadership skills. Through a variety of initiatives like leadership training, internships, scholarships, and summits, 21st Century Leaders transforms students' skill sets, ideas, and attitudes. They inspire students to plan for their futures, seek new opportunities, and give back to their communities. The organization values qualities such as resourcefulness, passion, the ability to leverage diversity, a service-oriented mindset, and forward-thinking. With the engagement of business leaders and professionals as volunteers, 21st Century Leaders has successfully connected thousands of Georgia youth with the resources and guidance they need to become leaders in the 21st century workforce. They offer various programs to help students develop foundational leadership competencies such as effective communication, problem-solving, action-oriented thinking, self-development, team-building, integrity, and career ambition. Since its inception, the organization has expanded its programs and partnerships, including collaborations with Turner Broadcasting System and Georgia Power. They have received positive feedback from participants who have benefited from the opportunity to network with professionals, gain business insights, and build meaningful relationships.