American foreign policy is more consequential than ever before. This intense, two-day school prepares aspiring foreign service professionals to pass the Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) and gain entry into the diplomatic corps. A heavy emphasis is also placed on other careers in the field of international relations.

Leadership Institute’s Think Tank Opportunity Workshop is your gateway into the exciting world of policy research and advocacy. Hear directly from seasoned professionals about their experiences, insights, and practical advice on what it takes to thrive in a think tank environment. From research and communications to government relations and program management, experts will walk you through the many career paths available and show you how each contributes to shaping public policy. Gain insider tips on: · Fellowships · Internships · Entry-level roles · And more You’ll also receive tips for networking, professional branding, and creating an outstanding resume. Whether you’re curious about exploring this field or ready to take your next step, this workshop will leave you informed, inspired, and motivated to pursue opportunities that can make an impact.

Start each month with a hot, buffet breakfast and an open discussion with some of our nation’s greatest conservative leaders at the Wednesday Wake-Up Club Breakfast.

The High School Leaders Retreat is an annual program exclusively for current high school students around the country. The program derives from the classic 2-day Youth Leadership School, which teaches students how to win for candidates and causes of their choice.

Tracking legislation and finding answers to complex questions takes time. Completing letters and ministry updates is necessary, but what do you do if you have writer’s block? Have you thought about working with AI? When used properly and ethically, artificial intelligence tools can save you time and effort. They can spark imagination and breathe new life into mundane tasks. Bring your laptop to this workshop to discover the transformative power of AI for modern pro-life political campaigns and public policy personnel.

America at 250: Strength, Sacrifice, and the Future of Freedom Summit – A Journey Through America’s Past, Present, and Future

During the NRTL Conference, the Leadership Institute will be offering a series of specialized workshops designed to equip pro-life advocates with practical skills to strengthen and expand their efforts. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a fundraising workshop focused on identifying potential donors, crafting compelling appeals, building lasting relationships with supporters, and confidently asking for financial support. In addition, the Leadership Institute will host a communications workshop to help advocates share the message of life more effectively in today’s media environment, including a social media workshop on using platforms strategically to reach wider audiences, build engagement, and amplify pro-life messaging online, as well as a session on using artificial intelligence tools to help organizations create content, streamline communications, and increase their impact. Together, these hands-on workshops will provide participants with practical strategies, modern tools, and proven techniques they can immediately apply in their own communities as they work to defend and promote the cause of life.

Learn strategies to plan, execute, and lead through a crisis with success.

This intensive nine-day program develops conservative activists into professionals capable of leading the most challenging campaigns for public office.

Candidate Development School (CDS) — 4 Days For current and prospective candidates. A highly regarded intensive training, the Candidtate Development School addresses the realities of candidacy—message, preparation, voter strategy, positioning, and the personal demands of running. This four-day school teaches current and potential candidates the steps to take now to produce a winning campaign. The school focuses on political preparation for future service as an elected official or community leader.

Learn to organize and lead a mass-based youth effort for candidates and causes you care about through LI’s flagship program. This two-day “Bootcamp of Politics” makes all the difference for anyone who wants to lead in the political process and famously opens doors for positions in the political job market.

The 53rd National Fourth of July Conservative Soirée promises BBQ, patriotic speeches, and fun for the whole family. From live music performances to exciting games and activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. It’s Soirée tradition to bring a side dish to share! This FREE Independence Day celebration is possible thanks to the generosity of many local businesses, national non-profit organizations, and individual donors.

Tailored for professionals in the nonprofit sector, this three-day course is designed to augment fundraising capabilities for conservative NGOs and nonprofits.

Maximize your professional success as a D.C. intern by participating in LI’s Conservative Intern Workshop. This day-long immersive experience gives interns the tools to succeed, the skill to network with experts and fellow interns, and the capacity to turn your internship into a full-time opportunity.

A conservative organizational entrepreneur sees a problem in society or an opportunity to advance conservative principles in the public policy process and creates an organization (or organizations) to solve the problem. In this intense two-day training, experienced faculty—many of whom have started their own, strong organizations—will reveal to you the practical steps to start your organization and establish a long-term plan.

Comprehensive Fundraising Training (CFT) for Pro-Life Organizations is a three day program, packed from morning until evening with practical tactics to increase funding for your organization.