meet our founder

Samantha Samuels, founder of Young Dreamers International, is a dedicated advocate for youth empowerment and community development. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and known internationally as a speaker, Samantha has devoted her career to transforming the lives of young Black and Brown men and incarcerated individuals. As a certified Personal Growth and Mental Health Coach and a graduate of the John Maxwell program, Samantha brings a wealth of expertise to Young Dreamers International, steering its mission toward impactful, lasting change.