Hi ACLU Supporter – it's Luke, Program Manager here at the ACLU, and I'm reaching out to tell you about our team's work with emerging leaders.

Every summer, young people from across the country participate in the ACLU National Advocacy Institute, a program that empowers the next generation of leaders to make social change. After conducting virtual sessions since 2020, we're excited to be back in person this year!

Our final deadline to apply is May 31 – so there's still time for more students to join us this year. If you or someone you know is interested in participating in this program, please follow this link to learn more, read about financial aid options, and submit your application.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 31

At this week-long summer intensive, students will learn more about our advocacy campaigns, meet ACLU lawyers, and talk with policy experts. Scholarships are available, too – covering the full cost of the ACLU National Advocacy Institute, including all program fees and travel.

If you or a young person you know is interested in taking part this year, please take a look at the following three programs to figure out what might be the best fit:

• Washington, D.C.
• Who is eligible: High school students (ages 15-18)
• Dates: Friday, June 30 – Thursday, July 6
• Southern Collective – Atlanta, GA & Montgomery, AL
• Who is eligible: High school students (ages 15-18) who reside in AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV
• Dates: Sunday, July 9 – Friday, July 14
• New York City
• Who is eligible: High school graduates (ages 18-24)
• Dates: Friday, July 21 – Monday, July 24

ACLU Supporter, I know youth activists will leave this program ready to further the essential work to defend the rights of all people nationwide. And I can't wait to get started with our in-person programs this year.

If you or someone you know would like to apply, please follow this link to learn more. Make sure to complete your application before our May 31 deadline.

For the future,

Luke Sampson-Doyle
Pronouns: He, him, his
Program Manager for the ACLU National Advocacy Institute

P.S. The 2023 National Advocacy Institute is very grateful to our program sponsors, including: Ben and Jerry's Homemade, Converse, Inc., and La Colombe Coffee Roasters.