6 Day Leadership Conference Transforming Youth into Advocacy Leaders
At our Youth Leadership Conference, youth are introduced to the building blocks of leadership through workshops on public speaking, goal setting, assertiveness, advocacy, self-esteem, and higher education.
Are you a 8th-12th Grade Student on the Central Coast?
3 Steps to FLA Success
1. Apply to Attend Our Youth Leadership Conference (YLC)
2. Attend YLC & Return As A Leader
3. Be a Changemaker & Apply What You Learn
Skills Gained
Goal Setting
Students will learn how to set roadmaps, goals & techniques to stay motivated.
Self-Identity
Through cultural activities, students will learn their unique traits that connect and set us apart from others in our community as a form of empowerment.
Advocacy
Students will gain skills about how to raise their voice in their personal lives, local government, and country.
Self-Esteem
Students will enhance their confidence, worth, & identity.
Public Speaking
Students will practice self expression for a chance to win a scholarship.
College-Readiness
Students will learn about the A-G process, FAFSA, and more.
Program Dates
Session 1: July 11-16 2022
For Santa Maria & South Oxnard Youth
Session 2: August 1-6 2022
For Santa Barbara & Oxnard Youth
Application Deadline: May 28, 2022 at 5:00pm
Application Requirements
- Complete an FLA Youth Leadership Conference application
- No prior experience needed, but must demonstrate a commitment to leadership and personal success.
- Have a grade point average of approximately 2.8 in your school coursework- reach out if not the case but still interested.
- Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher or trusted adult
- Applications are due no later than May 12th, 2022 at 5:00 pm.
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