LULAC Academy Sessions
Hosting 500 students aged 18 to 25, the Academy will offer a series of workshops alongside the convention's plenary sessions. This unique opportunity enables participants to delve into critical topics such as health, technology, education, politics, and business. Led by industry experts, these workshops will provide valuable insights and experiences that underscore the significance of Latinos and Latino identity in addressing persistent challenges and fostering innovative solutions.
The LULAC Academy is a cornerstone of our movement because it invests in the force of the future—young leaders ready to step up. The Latino experience has always been rooted in fearlessness: the bold decision to leave one’s homeland in search of something better, and the courage to build it. This session will feature key leaders in LULAC who are deeply committed to that mission.
This session is dedicated to helping young adults take control of their financial futures, led by financial experts who understand the unique challenges faced by underserved communities
This session is all about giving young adults the power to speak out—loudly and forcefully—on the critical issue of healthcare access for the most vulnerable among us. Healthcare is a basic human right, and when it’s out of reach, it strips away dignity.
In today’s AI-driven world, your identity isn’t a limitation—it’s your superpower. This session empowers Latino youth and members of underserved communities to harness the richness of their lived experiences as assets in the tech-driven job market.
This session is critical for Latinos and underserved communities, where often the value of diverse experiences and backgrounds can be overlooked in the job market. It’s about turning the skills you’ve gained from overcoming challenges, balancing multiple responsibilities, and navigating unique life experiences into tangible job advantages.
This session is all about strengthening youth advocacy—especially among Latino youth—to make it more powerful, visible, and effective in the face of the urgent challenges of the past few months.
