The 2026 African American Leaders for Tomorrow application is now live!
Organized and led by the California Legislative Black Caucus, this annual flagship event invites high-achieving high school students from across California to participate in a four-day legislative and leadership convening, July 8-11, 2026.
Held on the sprawling CSU Dominguez Hills campus in Los Angeles, current California high school sophomores and juniors are hand-selected to participate in dynamic workshops, civic engagement sessions, and deep exploration into the legislative process.
Students will experience dorm living and community dining for a curated, age-appropriate introductory college experience—all at no cost to families!
Driven by the responsibility to nurture developing Black talent, the California Legislative Black Caucus developed AALT to lend its expertise to help cultivate the next generation of Black leaders equipped to tackle critical issues of the day.
By supporting and investing in the academic excellence of our youth, the CLBC continues to empower communities by uplifting the young minds that will someday lead them.
Click here to read about the program and to access the application!
Program Eligibility:
- Current California high school sophomore or junior
- In good academic standing with a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher
- Commitment to leadership and group participation
Application Requirements:
- Current high school transcript (official or unofficial)
- Two signed recommendation letters (one letter from a school official and one letter from a community member who is not related to the student)
- Two essay responses (250 words max.)
- Photo of student
Important Dates:
- Monday, April 13, 2026: Applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Friday, May 8, 2026: Application decisions notified via email.
- July 8-11, 2026: Conference held at CSUDH
CONTACT: AALT@CABLACKCAUCUS.ORG