NAHPA LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

Developing a generation of Hispanic Christian leaders to serve and strengthen their communities.

NAHPA Leadership Institute

The NAHPA Leadership Institute is a dynamic 12-week program designed to empower young Hispanic undergraduate and graduate students across the United States to become leaders in their respective fields while edifying and emboldening their faith.

The NAHPA Leadership Institute cultivates emerging leaders through comprehensive coursework, a cumulative final project, and a trip to Washington D.C.

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COURSES

Our innovative curriculum is structured into two distinct sessions:

The first session consists of 12 online classes in 6 key areas.

The second session of the program is a week in Washington D.C. to provide an immersive, hands-on experience to student. Receive in-person training from top D.C. leaders and organizations, along with an opportunity to present final projects in-person.

Course structure:

  1. Biblical worldview

  2. Public policy

  3. Transformational leadership

  4. Public theology

  5. Project development

NAHPA LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

WASHINGTON D.C.

The D.C. trip is a requirement for graduation from the program. Students will present their final projects in person. Students will have a robust itinerary of excursions, site visits, guest speakers, and a special event.

Site visits, tours, and educational excursion to various faith and policy-related locations in Washington D.C. include:

  • Faith and Freedom Conference

  • The Museum of the Bible

  • The U.S. Capitol Building

  • The Heritage Foundation, and more

ENROLLMENT

  • Coming soon for Summer Cohort 2026.

  • Coming soon for Summer Cohort 2026.

  • Coming soon for Summer Cohort 2026.

  • Coming soon for Summer Cohort 2026.

  • Coming soon for Summer Cohort 2026.

THE EXPERIENCE

FAQs

  • NAHPA is currently planning for Summer Cohort 2026. Applications will not be accepted until Spring 2026. Please revisit the application site at a later time for more information

  • We accept up to 15 students per cohort.

  • NAHPA will work with your university’s academic advisor, career center, or registrar to apply for degree-seeking credit hours such as prior learning credits, or independent study and experience credits.

  • Transportation and lodging are included in the program. Meals are not included in the program unless noted in the travel agenda.

  • NAHPA seeks to give scholarship opportunities to students in financial need. NAHPA partners with churches, organizations, and donors to present scholarships to students. Please check back to learn more about scholarship opportunities available for the Summer Cohort 2026.

  • Internships are not available at this time.

  • info@NAHPA.us