To Lead from the Heart
Who we are
About HCLF
At Heart-Centered Leadership Foundation (HCLF), we believe that every young person has the potential to grow into a strong, compassionate, and confident individual, starting from within.
Our work centers on supporting the well-being and personal development of Aruba’s youth through interactive workshops, empowering sessions, peer support, and community-based programs.​
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission is to inspire and empower youth to strengthen their inner and outer self to be able to participate in a modern world and give back to the community.
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The impact of our heartwork is that we have youth in Aruba who are proactive, assertive and resilient individuals who contribute to a safe, healthy and prosperous community.
Core Values
💜 Authenticity
Being true to yourself in what you believe, feel, and do.
💜 Open-mindedness
The willingness to consider new ideas, perspectives, and experiences with curiosity and without immediate judgment
💜 Compassion
Showing kindness, understanding, and care for both yourself and others in all situations.
💜 Humility
Recognizing your worth without thinking you’re better than others, staying open to learning, and treating everyone with kindness and respect.
​​​💜 Resilience
The ability to recover from challenges and keep moving forward, even when things get tough.
Our Goals
Personal and Professional Development
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Empowering youth to develop personally and professionally through workshops, training, and seminars.
Engagement and Participation
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Promoting the engagement and participation of youth by elevating their voices, expressing their choices and sharing their talents.
Service
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Cultivating service-minded youth who give back to their community from the heart
Meet the team
It takes a special kind of team to carry out programs that inspire and empower the youth to become their better selves. Meet the faces behind our foundation's heart work who are committed to making an impact in the lives of youth in Aruba.
Appeltjes van Oranje 2022 finalist
HCLF was among the 10 finalists of the Appeltjes van Oranje in 2022. The Appeltjes van Oranje are an annual recognition for social initiatives awarded by the Oranje Fonds in the Netherlands. The theme was 'Kansengelijkheid voor alle jonge mensen' (equal opportunities for all young people) and HCLF was nominated for our 'Impact Activities' program for youth that promotes personal and professional development, engagement and participation, and service to the community.
You can read Xaui and Elajiah's interview here
And read more about the 2022 Appeltjes van Oranje here
