3.27.2024 2024 Youth Leadership Academy Application
The ILF Youth Leadership Academy program is meant to help high school students better understand American democracy and their unique role in it along with the importance of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset. ILF will provide students with the skills, knowledge, inspiration, and confidence they need to become civically engaged citizens, entrepreneurial thinkers, and future leaders. Students will participate in a week-long intensive seminar, which includes various expert speakers, AANHPI leaders, and entrepreneurs. The program will help students develop the skills they need to be successful in higher education, the future workplace, and as involved citizens in their communities. Through our program, we hope to inspire the future problem solvers of America!
The Youth Leadership Academy is intended for aspiring young leaders who are interested in a variety of fields, including public service, entrepreneurship, and business. The program is focused on developing civically engaged leaders who want to make a difference in the civic life of our communities.
Sample Topics:
Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Entrepreneurs Meet Civic Engagement
Fireside Chat: A Conversation on Leadership
"This American President" Podcast
Application deadline: April 15, Monday at 5PM ET
Apply Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUSLIj6Hp2wKBQWdik6nhpxpQxudYb26NbWQDmos2esRcSMw/viewform
Time Line:
Kick-off (virtual): July 13, Saturday
YLA 2024 Intensive Seminar (virtual): July 15-19, Monday to Friday (approx. 2PM-5PM ET daily)
ILF 2024 Leadership & Business Conference/Gala (Capital Hilton, Washiongton D.C., optional): July 25, Thursday
Closing Ceremony (Virtual): July 29, Monday
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at ilf@ileader.org.
Eligibility:
- Demonstrated community service involvement and leadership
- Current high school student (Rising High School Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors)
- 3.0 GPA and higher
Fee:
Cost: $500 to participate. This cost includes any entrance fees and other programming fees for the summer. Scholarships are available based on financial need. Please review the scholarship section of the application.
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