A free civic leadership program from The Town Hall that begins with a one-day event for high school students at Fordham University's Lincoln Center campus. Afterward, students spend about four weeks developing a proposed solution to a community issue, with virtual support from mentors. In the spring they return to Fordham to present their work to local council members, community leaders, and activists at a final showcase.
Offered by The Town Hall. Fellowship for high school students in Manhattan, New York, USA. Format: Hybrid. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Policy, Leadership, Civics, Social Impact
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. Civic Leadership Day is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It runs online and in person (Manhattan, New York). Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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