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What You’ll Learn at YLS at Sea Set sail with distinguished faculty and 100 select student leaders from across the country 🌊 and learn what it takes to become an effective leader for the causes and candidates you care about. The Leadership Institute’s Youth Leadership School (YLS) is going to sea for a 5-day sailing experience—bringing the “boot camp of politics” to an unforgettable setting. This immersive training is perfect for students who want hands-on leadership experience and real-world political skills they can use immediately. 📘 You’ll Learn How To: Organize and mobilize volunteers and voters Grow your organization and increase its impact Motivate volunteers through exciting, results-driven projects Host successful speaker events 🎤 Create eye-catching signs and campaign materials Earn media attention for your efforts 📰 Plan and execute activism projects you can implement right away ✈️ Cruise Scholarships Available Thanks to the generous support of Leadership Institute donors, a limited number of full cruise scholarships are available. To be considered, select “Scholarship Attendee” when applying for this training. If accepted, scholarships cover: Round-trip airfare to and from the port Cruise fare and lodging 🚢 All meals during the sailing Training materials 📝 Application Guidelines To be eligible for YLS at Sea, applicants must: Be 18 years of age or older Have a valid U.S. passport that does not expire within the next 6 months OR provide an original birth certificate with seal and a valid photo ID (also not expiring within 6 months) Have a valid credit card for onboard purchases such as Wi-Fi and expenses not covered by the scholarship If you do not meet the criteria above, your application will not be considered for this sailing—but you are encouraged to apply for a future Youth Leadership School! Please read all information on this page carefully before applying. Many common questions are answered through the links below, during the application process, or in follow-up emails after acceptance. 🔗 Important & Useful Links Important Information from Carnival Passenger Bill of Rights Carnival's Safety & Security Policy FAQs - Carnival Website carnival.com Important Information to Know Before You Go | Carnival Cruise Line We like all our guests to have fun and are committed to providing them with a great vacation. Here is some important safety information and policies that we ask all guests to be familiar with. carnival.com Cruise Passenger Bill of Rights | Carnival Cruise Line Find out what you can expect from Carnival in this Passenger Bill of Rights created for the comfort and care of all cruise passengers throughout the world. carnival.com Cruise Safety | Cruise Security | Carnival Cruise Line Get details on what Carnival does to ensure the safety and security of its cruise guests and crew members, while maintaining an excellent record of safe operations.

The NHSC National Conference 2027 brings together hundreds of motivated high school students from across the country for a multi‑day experience designed to educate, inspire, and equip young conservatives. It stands as the organization’s premier annual event, continuing its mission to empower students with the tools, training, and community needed to lead with confidence. 🎤 Keynote Voices & National Thought Leaders Students hear directly from policymakers, commentators, authors, and activists who shape today’s conservative movement. These sessions offer firsthand insight into the ideas, strategies, and debates influencing America’s future. 🏛️ Policy, Leadership & Advocacy Workshops Interactive sessions dive into topics such as: Constitutional principles Free‑market economics Civic engagement Leadership development Effective communication and debate These workshops strengthen students’ ability to articulate their beliefs and engage meaningfully in public life. 🤝 National Networking & Community Building Attendees connect with like‑minded peers from all 50 states, forming friendships, mentorships, and chapter‑building partnerships. NHSC’s coast‑to‑coast network helps students collaborate long after the conference ends. 🚀 Student Leadership Opportunities Breakout discussions, student‑led panels, and chapter‑development sessions give participants the chance to take an active role in shaping the conversation. Many attendees go on to lead local chapters or launch new initiatives in their schools and communities. 🇺🇸 A Celebration of Conservative Values The conference highlights NHSC’s core principles—individual liberty, limited government, personal responsibility, and a strong national identity—while encouraging students to bring these values into their daily lives and future careers. 🌟 Organizational Mission & Background Founded in 2025, the National High School Conservatives of America is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering students through activism, education, leadership training, and community building. The annual national conference is a central part of this mission, serving as a launchpad for the next generation of conservative leaders.