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2024 AFRICAN-AMERICAN LEADERS FOR TOMORROW

Apply Now for the 2024 African-American Leaders for Tomorrow (AALT) Program

African American Leaders for Tomrrow

The 2024 African-American Leaders for Tomorrow (AALT) application deadline is April 30, 2024. If you have questions, please email cablackcaucus@gmail.com.

Program Overview:

The 2024 African-American Leaders for Tomorrow program takes place from July 17-20 at California State University, Dominguez Hills where students will live in the dorms and eat in the dining commons to enhance the "college" experience. AALT is a prestigious 4-day summer program designed to empower and equip participants with essential leadership skills. Hand-selected students will undergo comprehensive leadership training and attend enlightening panels covering topics such as financial literacy, the college experience, the legislative process, and civic engagement. Additionally, each participant will be paired with a mentor for the duration of the program.

Goals:
Aligned with the mission of the California Legislative Black Caucus, the primary goal of the AALT Program is to bridge the achievement gap for African Americans. Specifically, the program aims to:  

  • - Increase civic engagement and participation among African American youth.
  • - Expand the pool of leaders and enhance representation within the African American community.
  • - Foster cultural and community involvement among participants.
  • - Identify and prepare the next generation of African American leaders to realize their full potential.

Program Highlights:
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate recognizing their commitment and achievement. Additionally, special prizes will be awarded to students who successfully attend all program sessions.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2024
Program Dates: July 17-20, 2024
Location: California State University, Dominguez Hills
Email for Questions: cablackcaucus@gmail.com
 

Application Requirements:
To be considered for this transformative opportunity, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:

  1. Fill out the registration form.
  2. Email two (2) essays (one personal statement and one on leadership).
  3. Upload a current high school transcript.
  4. Submit one letter of recommendation from a school official or community member (not related to the applicant).
  5. Upload a recent applicant photo.

Essay Requirements:

  • Each essay must be typed with your full name at the top of each page.
  • Responses must directly address the given prompts.
  • Each essay should be between 300 and 500 words.

Don't miss your chance to be a part of this life-changing experience! Apply now for the 2024 AALT Program.

Tony Thurmond

Tony Thurmond was sworn in as the twenty-eighth California State Superintendent of Public Instruction on January 7, 2019.

Superintendent Thurmond is an educator, social worker, and public school parent who has served Californians for more than 15 years in elected office. Previously, he served on the Richmond City Council, the West Contra Costa Unified School Board, and in the California State Assembly representing District 15.

Shirley Weber

Shirley Nash Weber, Ph.D. was nominated to serve as California Secretary of State by Governor Gavin Newsom on December 22, 2020 and sworn into office on January 29, 2021. Voters elected her for a full term on November 8, 2022. Weber is California’s first Black Secretary of State and only the fifth African American to serve as a state constitutional officer in California’s 173-year history.

Malia Cohen

State Controller Malia M. Cohen was elected in November 2022, following her service on the California State Board of Equalization (BOE), the nation’s only elected tax commission responsible for administering California’s $100 billion property tax system. She was elected to the BOE in November 2018 and was Chair in 2019 and 2022. As Controller, she continues to serve the Board as its fifth voting member.