The ACLU National Advocacy Institute’s High School Program will convene in Washington, D.C. for an in-person gathering of high school students (ages 15-18) from across the United States to participate in a week-long learning experience for the next generation of social justice advocates.
The ACLU Southern Collective Advocacy Institute will convene in Atlanta, GA and travel to Montgomery, AL for a gathering of high school students (ages 15-18) from across the south to participate in a week-long learning experience for the next generation of social justice advocates, focused on local issues.
The ACLU Colleges & Communities Advocacy Institute will convene in New York City at NYU Law Center for a gathering of high school graduates (ages 18-24) from across the United States to participate in a long-weekend learning experience for the next generation of social justice advocates, focused on early career development.
Location(s)
- Washington, D.C.
- Atlanta, GA
- Montgomery, AL
- New York City
Schedule
- Washington, D.C.
- June 30-July 6
- Atlanta, GA
- July 9 - July 14
- Montgomery, AL
- July 9 - July 14
- New York City
- July 21 - July 24
Cost/Compensation
- Washington, D.C.
- $2,700
- Atlanta, GA & Montgomery, AL
- $2,000
- New York City, NY
- $600
Eligibility Requirements
- Washington, D.C. is for high-school students ages 15-18.
- Atlanta, GA & Mongtomery, AL is for high-school students ages 15-18 that reside in AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV.
- New York City is for high-school graduates ages 18-24.
Deadline
- Early Decision: Mid April
- Regular Decision: Mid May
Application or Entry Requirements
- Submit a completed online application
- Submit letter of recommendation
Notifications of Decisions
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