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The Leadership Institute turns conservatives into leaders – empowered to advance their conservative principles.

Through training and mentorship, the Institute equips conservative leaders who make a difference today and for years to come.



  1. Deliver world-class training from local and national experts and train conservatives to make positive change in public policy.
  2. Train local leaders to run for office, manage campaigns, and lead grassroots movements.
  3. Equip conservatives with the tools to drive change in their communities and across the nation.

Training

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Learn how to advocate for your conservative principles.

DC Starter Kit
LI Headquarters

DC Starter Kit

Arlington, Virginia

Are you new to the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia)?Do you want the keys to professional success in DC?LI Careers is excited to bring you DC Starter Kit – a one-stop shop for professionals early in their careers to get a jump on their DC adventure.Join us for a delicious dinner and series of discussions to help you get your start in the DC area.  You will receive helpful tips on how to do the following with excellence:- The Art of Professionalism- Resumes, Cover Letters, and Networking- Living and Working in the DC Environment

Jun 16 6PM EDT

Crisis Communications Workshop
LI Headquarters

Crisis Communications Workshop

Arlington, Virginia

In this 3-hour hybrid workshop, you will learn how to deploy best practices to maximize accuracy and improve transparency, advance relationship building, write and implement successful plans, conduct effective media relations, win engaging digital media campaigns and launch messages to achieve success.You will learn:How to develop a plan, identify a team, getting prepared before crises occur, and having elements to thriveAwareness and understanding of leadership and ethical dilemmas and how to handle them*Ask about student and group rates

Jun 17 2PM EDT

2025 June - Campaign Leadership College
In Person

2025 June – Campaign Leadership College

Arlington, Virginia

The Campaign Leadership College (CLC) has assembled the country’s most prominent conservative campaign experts to offer a nine-day intensive training program covering all aspects of senior campaign management. The CLC Program is designed to equip conservatives seeking a fulfilling and challenging career as a professional campaign manager, fundraising, grassroots, or communications director by giving them the skills they need to win political campaigns for public office. Political professionals are always in high demand.

Jun 20 4PM EDT

Candidate Development School
LI Headquarters

Candidate Development School

Arlington, Virginia

LI’s unique Candidate Development School teaches current and potential candidates the steps to take now to ensure a winning campaign. The training focuses on your personal and political preparation for a career in elected office.

Jun 21 9AM EDT

June 2025 Campaign Fundraising School
In Person

June 2025 Campaign Fundraising School

Arlington, Virginia

Campaign Finance School (CFS): Over a three-day period, the CFS concentrates on equipping participants with the acumen to garner significant financial support essential for winning campaigns

Jun 25 9AM EDT

Content Creator Bootcamp: Monetize Your Passion
LI Headquarters

Content Creator Bootcamp: Monetize Your Passion

Arlington, Virginia

Conservatives across the world find inspiration from great thought leaders who motivate them into action and make the case for conservative principles to mass audiences.  You will learn how:  – 21st century opinion leaders earn a mass following in the conservative movement  – To get yourself on television and become a regular face on major news networks  – You can land a book deal and market it in a compelling way… and much more!Breakfast and Lunch are included with registration. 

Jun 26 9:30 AM EDT

National Youth Leadership School - Washington, DC
In Person

National Youth Leadership School – Washington, DC

Arlington, Virginia

Organize and lead mass-based youth efforts for candidates or causes of your choice.  Called the “boot camp of politics,” this training has launched more successful political careers than any other Leadership Institute training program.

Jul 1 5:30 PM EDT

52nd National Fourth of July Conservative Soirée
In Person

52nd National Fourth of July Conservative Soirée

Lorton, Virginia

The 52nd National Fourth of July Conservative Soirée promises fun, BBQ, and patriotic speeches for the whole family!With games and activities for the kids, a refreshing beer garden, and a classic barbecue feast that’ll make your taste buds sing- there is fun for everyone!Bring your picnic blankets and lawn chairs, and get ready to enjoy this FREE event!Don’t miss out on this unforgettable community gathering as we come together to honor our nation’s independence!

Jul 4 11AM EDT

Conservative Organizational Entrepreneur School
LI Headquarters

Conservative Organizational Entrepreneur School

Arlington, Virginia

Conservative Organization Entrepreneur (COE): This two-day course is geared towardsinstructing participants on the legal intricacies of establishing an organization, devising a fiscal plan, fundraising for startup operations, and strategizing for long-term organizationalsustainability.

Jul 26 9AM EDT

Conservative Intern Workshop
LI Headquarters

Conservative Intern Workshop

Arlington, Virginia

The Conservative Intern Workshop is tailored for interns in the DC and Virginia area, offering valuable insights on maximizing their experience in the nation’s capital. With guest speakers from conservative organizations and Capitol Hill, topics such as working on the Hill, careers in foreign affairs, writing and public speaking skills, and properly setting up your resumes. Attendees will have the chance to network with fellow conservative interns and learn essential skills like professional networking, personal finance management, creating positive first impressions, and seizing opportunities in the dynamic environment of Washington, D.C.

Jul 28 8:30 AM EDT

Campaign Management School
LI Headquarters

Campaign Management School

Arlington, Virginia

Candidate Management School (CMS): Modeled after the CLC but with a narrower focus and shorter duration, the three-day CMS is engineered for campaign managers intent on securing electoral victories.

Aug 19 9AM EDT

Comprehensive Fundraising Training
LI Headquarters

Comprehensive Fundraising Training

Arlington, Virginia

Comprehensive Fundraising Training (CFT): Tailored for professionals in the nonprofit sector, this four-day course is designed to augment fundraising capabilities for conservative NGOs and nonprofits.

Sep 12 9AM EDT

Comprehensive Fundraising Training for Pro-Life Organizations
LI Headquarters

Comprehensive Fundraising Training for Pro-Life Organizations

Arlington, Virginia

Comprehensive Fundraising Training (CFT): Tailored for professionals in the nonprofit sector, this four-day course is designed to augment fundraising capabilities for conservative NGOs and nonprofits.

Dec 5 9AM EST

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