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Growing Grassroots Leadership by Mobilizing Tomorrow's Leaders Today

We are excited about the positive impact that our programs are having on students, their parents, and community leaders. Read more about our programs, Congressional Funding Project, partnering with Cornell University Farm Worker's Project, and the Voting Rights DC Project. Also visit our blog.

Our Mission

The Bert Corona Leadership Institute promotes civic participation, education, and economic advancement among youth from farmworker and developing communities.

Upcoming Programs & Events

2009 Program Calendar & Info

Program Brochure (pdf)
Program Schedule (pdf)
Why Choose Experience in
Democracy? (word)
Why Choose Experience in
Democracy? (pdf)

Why Choose Experience in Democracy?

Experience in Democracy is our flagship program that prides itself in teaching American civics “hands on” to migrant, immigrant, and students and parents from developing communities.
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Onsite Training

One day training seminars design to teach, strengthen, and prepare participants to become more active leaders and citizens. This training will support the goals of academic institutions, leadership and community organizations by teaching practical skills and tools to promote increased involvement. Activities include workshops, agenda development, presentations, letter writing and press orientation.
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Summits

Held annually, BCLI hosts a series of congressional summits to promote civic participation, visibility and change in developing communities. The summit brings together participants from across the US and the globe to interact with members of Congress, regulatory agencies, and national organizations to discuss issues affecting developing communities.
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Conferences

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