UGA Youth Lead Applications Due 9/5
August 15, 2025 2025-11-29 3:34UGA Youth Lead Applications Due 9/5
The J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development at the University of Georgia is currently accepting nominations for the 2026 Youth LEAD Georgia program. Youth LEAD Georgia is open to students in 10th and 11th grade during the 2025-2026 academic year who demonstrate leadership potential, academic commitment, and personal motivation.
There is no cost for student participants. Meals, transportation for tours and program activities, and program materials are available through generous donations from Chick-fil-A. Students will be required to arrange transportation to the sessions.
Those selected for the 2026 Youth LEAD Georgia class will be expected to attend all sessions. Session dates are available here.
The nomination deadline is Sept. 5th. Once a student is nominated for Youth LEAD Georgia, the student and their parent/guardian will receive a link to fill out the application within three business days after the nomination is submitted. Applications must be completed by Sept. 30.
If you have any questions, please visit the program website at www.youthleadgeorgia.org or email info@fanning.uga.edu. If you would like to self nominate for this opportunity go to the IA Student Canvas, College and Career Module.
