Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Opportunities for Hispanic HS Students
2021 Program Dates: June 13-18; June 27 – July 2; July 18-23, 2021
Applications Open: October 15, 2020
Application Deadline: February 15, 2021
YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE? R2L® NEXTGEN
Have you ever dreamed of visiting our nation’s capital and learning about how our government works? CHCI has an all-expenses paid leadership experience designed just for Latino high school students. Spend a week exploring Washington, D.C., while creating lasting friendships and wonderful memories. Participate in R2L® NextGen and make this a summer to remember!
REALIZE YOUR VOICE MATTERS
As young Latinos, you may think your voice isn’t important or can’t be heard, especially if you live far away from Washington, D.C. We challenge this belief during CHCI’s R2L® NextGen program. You will talk to Latino leaders who value your ideas and opinions and will motivate you to get involved in your community to make sure your voice is heard.
SPARK YOUR PASSION FOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Through the various interactive learning opportunities, you will better understand some of the top issues that face the Latino community. You will learn how you can be leaders of change in your community. You will also be inspired by the success stories of the speakers you will meet—including many CHCI Alumni—who have dedicated their lives to creating a better world for us all.
EXPLORE OUR NATION’S CAPITAL
Like our culture, our country has a rich history. During your stay, you will participate in study visits at historic sites, embassies, and museums, including the Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian Air & Space Museum, and Capitol Hill, to expand your knowledge in these areas.
MEET OTHER EMERGING LATINO LEADERS
During R2L® NextGen, you will be joined by Latino high school students from across the country. By spending a week together, you’ll make a lot of great new friends. Plus, you’ll meet successful Latino leaders, CHCI Alumni and staff, some of whom may be references for college applications and future jobs.
START PREPARING FOR COLLEGE
Applying for R2L® NextGen is great practice for your future college applications! We ask for much of the same information you will need to begin applying to schools—basic personal information, three short essays, a copy of your high school transcript, a personal recommendation, and a résumé.
JOIN US IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Don’t miss this incredible experience! It’s the perfect blend of classroom learning, team building, educational sightseeing, and fun. Read our FAQs, contact programs@chci.org to learn details about this fun, week-long experience for Latino high school students.
Applications due February 15, 2021 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time/ 8:59 pm Pacific Time.
In order to be eligible to apply, students must:
Reside in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico
Be a current 10th or 11th grade student
Demonstrate interest in learning more about civic engagement
While we do require applicants share their grades and a copy of their transcript, there is no minimum GPA requirement to apply.
All individuals are welcome to apply. However, preference is given to individuals with financial need.
Interested in applying? Visit apply.chci.org and complete the application named R2L NextGen
