Youth Leadership Opportunity

 

LNESC ‘s Washington Youth Leadership Seminar Application Available Now! The LNESC National Office is excited to announce that application for the 26th Annual Washington Youth Leadership Seminar (WLYS) is now open exclusively for qualified high school juniors and seniors! The Washington Youth Leadership Seminar is an annual event that hosts 50+ high school juniors and seniors from across the United States and Puerto Rico. The seminar's goal is to nurture emerging Latino leaders and encourage participants to reflect upon and deploy the skills and lessons learned within their own communities. During the Washington Youth Leadership Seminar participants are not only immersed in cultivating their personal leadership skills but are also empowered to translate these learnings into actions within their respective communities. This unparalleled opportunity paves the way for attendees to engage directly with influential figures, which include members of the presidential administration, esteemed Congressional leaders, leaders from Corporate America, and influential voices from both public and private sectors. The enriching experiences will catalyze inspiration in students for their professional and academic journeys. This year's transformative Washington Youth Leadership Seminar is taking place from October 4 - 8, 2023 in Washington, D.C. Program Highlights: 1. Tailored Workshops: Cultivate leadership attributes, understand the essence of advocacy, explore diverse career paths, and advance professional skills. 2. Exclusive Forum: Engage in dialogues with esteemed leaders in government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. 3. Continuous Development: Your growth is our priority. Progress will be gauged using a pre- and post-seminar survey, ensuring that students have sustainable benefit from the seminars. Additionally, we track academic trajectories through the National Student Clearinghouse to monitor college retention and completion rates. Eligibility Criteria: • Must be a high school junior or senior • Must be sponsored by an LNESC Center or a LULAC Council • Must demonstrate leadership and be actively involved in extracurricular activities • Must submit a copy of a high school transcript • Must complete the online application by 6 pm ET on Friday, September 8. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For more information and to apply, please visit this link here.