A small-group coaching cohort for women in ministry who want to grow their leadership, finish what they start, and stop doing it alone.

You spend so much time developing other people. It’s time to invest in your own leadership.

The Women in Youth Ministry Leadership Cohort is a six-month coaching experience for women in ministry who are ready to stop carrying everything alone, lead with greater confidence, and turn one meaningful goal into real progress.

Through practical leadership teaching, personalized coaching, and a community of women who understand ministry, you’ll build the clarity, courage, and sustainable rhythms to lead well without losing yourself.

Your leadership matters. You matter, too.

What this is

Six months of intentional leadership growth: monthly teaching and group sharing + a monthly 1:1 coaching call to move a single, meaningful goal from wishful to done.
Plus access to a private community that you can share resources with, be encouraged from, and move together.

Group Sessions (Monthly, 90 min)

Leadership teaching, guided reflection, and supportive cohort sharing. First Wednesdays from January through June from 1–2:30pm EST.

1:1 Coaching Call (Monthly)

60 minutes focused on your goal, obstacles, and next steps. Meet with your choice from two coaches.

Community & Momentum

Peer leaders who get it, resources you’ll actually use, and a steady cadence that keeps you moving.

PLUS: Free Women in Youth Ministry Conference Ticket included ($200 value)

Who it’s for

Women in ministry (ordained, staff, or volunteer) who want to lead with more clarity, healthier boundaries, and sustainable rhythms… without losing heart.

You’ll fit right in if you…

Have a leadership goal you’ve been putting off (or circling for months).
Feel isolated in your role and want wise peers + a coach in your corner.
Are ready to communicate clearly, develop others, and navigate conflict with courage.

Common Goals

Clarify role expectations & boundaries
Build volunteer leadership infrastructure
Design a sustainable personal rhythm
Lead a change (with less chaos)
Launch a ministry initiative the right way

What We’ll Cover

January: Vision & Goals

Values, leadership vision, and creating one transformational goal for our six months together.

February: Clarity & Boundaries

Communicate expectations. Confidently and strategically say yes/no.

March: Trust & Influence

Authenticity + competence + empathy in action.

April: Difficult Conversations

Plan and practice courageous conversations.

May: Developing Others

Recruit, retain, and raise up leaders.

June: Sustainable Leadership

Leave a legacy for yourself and others.

Pricing

Accessible, transparent pricing with an upfront option for savings. We accept both check and online payments for individuals or congregations. We encourage use of continuing education budget for this cohort, as it combines learning practical skills with goal-setting in a community setting.

Three options:

Pay monthly: $200/month, 6 payments | $1200 Total
Pay semesterly: $600/semester, 2 payments | $1200 Total
BEST VALUE: Pay once, up-front: $1000, saving $200

Your Coaches

About Heather

Heather’s first love is youth ministry, and her second love is youth ministers. Heather Lea Campbell (she/her) has served in full-time youth ministry since 2010, serving various congregations and denominations. Heather serves The Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis as the Diocesan Youth Minister, resourcing youth and their youth leaders. Heather is also the Founder & CEO of Women in Youth Ministry, an organization that celebrates the leadership of women. A certified leadership coach, Heather is most energized when helping people discover and utilize their gifts.

Heather’s coaching style is bold, curious, and will push you (with your permission) to your bravest self. She’s trained and coached hundreds of youth ministers and often brings a blend of “let me get into your feels with you” and “let me give you some ideas that help you.”

Heather Lea Campbell

Founder and SHE•E•O of Women in Youth Ministry

About Azia

With 20 years in ministry, including more than 15 years in youth ministry, Azia Raju brings a wealth of experience in pastoral leadership, education, and community transformation to her coaching. As a pastor, educator, mother, and community leader, she understands the joys, complexities, and personal demands of leading others while continuing to grow herself.

Azia creates a coaching space grounded in openness, transparency, mutual respect, and genuine support. She walks alongside women at every stage of ministry—from those discerning their first steps to youth leaders navigating complex challenges and senior leaders seeking renewed clarity and purpose. Through honest conversation and thoughtful guidance, she helps women strengthen their confidence, navigate challenges, and lead with greater intention, authenticity, and impact.

Rev. Azia Raju

Veteran Youth Pastor and Founder of Young Leaders Life

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How big is the cohort?

Each cohort is intentionally capped at 12 participants. This keeps the group small enough for deep sharing, while still giving you the benefit of diverse perspectives.

What time will it meet?

First Wednesdays from 1pm to 2:30pm EST from January through June. The dates are January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2.

How do I schedule 1:1 coaching calls?

You’ll get access to our coaches’ calendar links to schedule Coaching Calls. We promise flexibility with both classic office hour times as well as evenings.

What if I miss a group session?

Life happens — ministry happens. If you can’t make a group session, you’ll receive a recording of the Zoom and materials. Your monthly 1:1 coaching call will also help you stay on track with your goal so you won’t fall behind.

Will we get to meet in person?

All of our sessions will be virtual, however we will have a meet-up for the cohort at the Women in Youth Ministry Conference! This is why we intentionally provide a free ticket – we hope you’ll have a chance to see each other in person and continue building those relationships.

What if I can’t afford the entire cost?

A small number of partial scholarships may be available. If you would like to request or provide a scholarship, please email heather@womeninyouthministry.com

How does payment work?

You’ll be able to place on the registration whether you’re paying monthly, semesterly, or up-front and by check or card. We will then send a coaching contract attached to an invoice with instructions on how to pay. If you need flexibility based on budget years or anything else, we can accommodate most requests. Reach out to heather@womeninyouthministry.com

How do I redeem the 2027 WYM Conference Ticket?

We will send you a coupon code for the Conference. If you’ve already purchased a ticket to the conference, we will deduct $200 from your total.

Why do coaching through Women in Youth Ministry?

Sure, lots of coaching cohorts exist for people in ministry. However, WYM is known for being an organization that is excellent at both equipping leaders with practical resources and developing rich community.

Who is Women in Youth Ministry?

Our mission is simple: over 50% of youth workers are female, but youth ministry content is dominated by male voices. Our mission is to elevate the voices of women in a male-saturated field. We do this through our Facebook community, blog, podcast, coaching, and our annual conference.

Our Values are:

Bravery: We believe in boldly confronting norms around church leadership; we encourage women to live into their call and equip them with the tools to do so confidently and capably.
Safety: We believe that women distinctly need a safe space to be themselves; we foster a space for deep connection without fear of retaliation for what we believe or who we are.
Diversity: We believe that we are better when we are next to people different from us; we intentionally include women of different denominations, church sizes, races, sexual orientations, and gender expressions both in our community and in leadership.

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