Youth Leadership Summit
slots for the 2026 Youth Leadership Summit are Full
If your program is approved to have students attend, review the 2026 Youth Leadership Summit Planning Guide to gain detailed information about every step.
The 2026 Youth Leadership Summit
The Youth Leadership Summit will take place July 19–22, 2026, as part of the NCCEP/GEAR UP Annual Conference in Washington, DC.
The Youth Leadership Summit provides a high-quality, national-level interactive training experience and peer-to-peer learning opportunity for GEAR UP high school students. The training is focused on life and leadership skills.
Alumni say the experience is life-changing and they walked away with more confidence to speak publicly, lead locally, and engage in their GEAR UP program. The program is fun and impactful, and students enjoy engagement with other students and staff.
