National Youth Civics Summit

The National Youth Civics Summit (NYCS) is a non-partisan event that aims to enhance the civic education of high school students from across the country by providing them with firsthand experiences in and around the Washington, DC area, with a focus on government, history, and the responsibilities of citizenship. The NYCS is offered at no cost to its attendees.

Throughout the NYCS, students will engage directly with political leaders, experience Capitol Hill, participate in simulated activities, and explore institutions like the Supreme Court, Pentagon, State Department, and significant historical sites. The 2025 NYCS will bring together 20 students from across the country.

The application to attend the 2025 National Youth Civics Summit will be available soon. Please check this page for updates.

Participants from the 2024 NYCS have described their experience as life changing:

“The NYCS has definitely pushed me toward success in a way that no other experience has.”

“The NYCS inspired me to do more, ask questions, and never be afraid to take a leap of faith.”

“I have a better understanding of the US political and governmental systems from this trip. More importantly, I have learned of opportunities and career paths I did not know were viable.”