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Program Facts

The National Hispana Leadership Institute (NHLI), a 501(c)3 organization based in Washington, DC was established in 1987 to address the underrepresentation of Latinas in the corporate, nonprofit and political arenas. NHLI’s mission is to develop Hispanas as ethical leaders through training, professional development, relationship building and community activism.

Overview

To help young Latinas stay in school and prepare them to enter the workforce of the 21st century, NHLI created the Latinas Learning to Lead Program, targeted to Latinas 17-22 years of age, already in college.

NHLI’s Latinas Learning to Lead Summer Youth program promotes and fosters the development of young college-age Latina leaders through training, mentoring opportunities, access to national networks and provides tools to create a community impact through their leadership projects.

Program

The NHLI’s LLL program selects 22 Fellows annually. Session topics include effective communication and presentation skills, public policy issues affecting the Latino community, and other professional and leadership development topics, including a Clifton StrengthsFinder session at Gallup University, financial literacy, and a technology component.

Impact

The LLL program has graduated nearly 200 young Latinas since 2001. Program evaluation data demonstrates approximately 71% of LLL participants indicate that the program reinforces their completion of higher education credentials. In addition, 96% of participants, report that they will be enrolled or will have attained a graduate or professional degree by 2010.

Leadership Training Elements

• 9-day leadership training in Washington, DC
• Participation in NHLI’s CyberMadrina online mentoring program, and paired with an NHLI Executive Leadership Fellow
• Fellows implement a leadership project in their communities that impacts at least 22 Latinas.
• Nationwide network of Latina women

Requirements

• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and not graduating before December 2010.
• A minimum of 30 semester credits/hours by May 2010.
• A minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Between the ages of 17-22.
• Demonstrated strong leadership as indicated by on campus and community volunteer and civic engagement.
• Have a strong commitment to Latina/o issues.
  

Cost

With the support of our generous sponsors, NHLI covers round trip airline travel, room and board, training costs and all classroom materials necessary for the program for all participants. Students are responsible for covering their own medical and travel insurance, and any incidental expenses.