Empowering the Youth: Leadership Lessons from the Prophet ﷺ for Today’s Generation
Revivers of the Future: How the Prophet ﷺ Inspired the Youth to Lead
Today, we often fail to recognise the vast potential of our youth. Instead of investing in their growth, guiding them, and empowering them as the Prophet ﷺ did, we tend to judge them by their current level of knowledge or understanding.
Yet, true leadership lies in helping them develop their strengths, deepen their faith, and find their place in building the future.
The Prophet ﷺ saw the promise in the youth and uplifted them, reminding us of the power of encouragement, guidance, and trust in raising generations of strong, faithful leaders.
One beautiful example is Usāma ibn Zayd, whom the Prophet ﷺ appointed to lead an army at just 17 years old, a testament to the deep trust he placed in him. Similarly, Alī ibn Abī Tālib was only a teenager when he risked his life by sleeping in the Prophet’s bed during the Hijrah to protect him from harm. See Al-Bidāyah wa Nihāyah.
Action Plan:
❖ Show love and respect. Approach the youth with kindness, honour, and respect.
❖ Engage and connect. Take time to truly engage with them, listen to their ideas, and help them meet their needs and goals.
❖ Involve them actively. Create meaningful projects and initiatives where they can contribute.
❖ Most importantly withhold judgment, offer advice and guidance.
Remember, everyone is on their unique journey. Instead of rushing to judge, meet them where they are, and help them take the next steps in knowledge and character.
Let us follow the Prophet’s ﷺ example by nurturing today’s youth as the future leaders of our Ummah.
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Ibrāhīm Hussain