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American Indian and Alaska Native Youth Summit

This program partners with NCAI to allow students to present their ideas and opinions to tribal leaders on important issues facing their communities.

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Learn to become a leader in your community!

During this 6-day/5-night program, Native youth develop the skills and attitudes to become active citizens in their tribes and communities. While exploring Washington, DC, students observe government officials and tribal leaders first-hand as they advocate for issues impacting Indian Country. On Close Up, students have the opportunity to:

  • Engage in workshops with other students from different tribal communities and discuss the most pressing issues facing their communities;
  • Discover the historic relationship between tribes and the US government;
  • Explore current issues impacting Indian Country; and
  • Create Tribal Action Initiatives to address their concerns, and present them to tribal leaders, political experts, and policymakers.

EXPLORE ALL HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

 

Washington, DC

Learn about American democracy first-hand during this in-depth exploration of the nation’s capital.

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Washington, DC & New York City

Examine the relationship between business and government with visits to two of America’s most important cities!

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Create Your Own Program

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in DC and other historic sites on the East Coast with this fully-customizable program.

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Premier Election Series

Experience the excitement of the next Presidential Election and Inauguration up close in Washington, DC!

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New Americans Program

Discover our nation’s diverse heritage on this DC program geared to immigrant and migrant students.

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Partner Programs

Explore these programs designed for individual students who want in-depth knowledge of specific policy issues.

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Washington, DC & Williamsburg

Better understand the evolution of American democracy with visits to our nation’s most historic cities.

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Asia Pacific Program 

Learn about the power of foreign policy through an international relations simulation in the heart of Hawaii!

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American Indian Focus Programs

Consider the issues facing Indian Country through one of three exclusive programs offered in the nation’s capital.

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“

Close Up gave me the chance to have my voice heard, …

…and spend time with kids who had the same interest in our nation as I did, and grow and learn through debate and first-hand experiences. Close Up was amazing. I would go back in a heartbeat!

— Kristen, Student, Washington ”
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I’m all pumped up from the program! …

I plan to speak to everyone about the experience for students here. The curricular component has been rigorous and productive.

— Diana, Educator, Texas ”
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Close Up was the GREATEST experience of my life!..

It has inspired me to become a political leader in this great country. I have not only gained an even greater expansion of knowledge in the area of politics, but I have also gained lifelong friends.

— Andrew, Student, Oregon ”
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Close Up is AMAZING…

I could not recommend it more highly. I took a group of 10 juniors as a first year teacher and all nerves I had were alleviated by my rep and the organization itself. It was THE smoothest process and week ever. You should never pass up an opportunity to experience Close Up!!!

— Elyssa, Educator, Mississippi ”
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