2026 Youth Leadership Conference
Wolfe University Center at FIU Biscayne
Friday, September 25, 2026
The SAVE Youth Leadership Conference is to equip college students in South Florida with professional skills in a safe, welcoming environment. This conference helps you build the essential foundation for your professional journey. As the cornerstone of our Young Leaders Program, this conference is designed to transform high-potential individuals into industry-ready professionals. Attendees are expected to:
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Gain a competitive edge with advanced professional development designed to help you navigate the modern workforce.
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Access exclusive networking and mentorship opportunities with community leaders and industry professionals.
Submit your application for the Student-Led Steering Committee.
We are looking for ambitious student leaders to help us design, plan, and execute our youth leadership conference. As a member of this committee, you will have a direct hand in shaping the event, managing a professional budget, and coordinating with VIP sponsors. The deadline is June 7, 2026.
Note: Committee members will receive a one-time stipend for their commitment from June 1 to September 30. Apply today to leave your mark!
How to get involved in YLC?
Join our Conference Steering Committee!
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Apply by June 7.
Become our conference sponsor!
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The last day to become a sponsor is September 1.
The last day to become an exhibitor is September 14. For any questions, please contact us at ylc@save.lgbt
Submit your project abstract!
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More information will be available soon.
Our Sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
This conference is open to all college students in South Florida. Registration will be open soon. Once it opens, make sure to register to secure your spot! Sign up here to receive notifications for the registration.
There will be a post session where students can present their research or passion projects related to social justice and advancing equality. The submission portal will open in late May. If you want to receive notifications regarding this, please sign up here.
The submission deadline for the poster presentation is August 1st.
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The registration is not currently open yet. Sign up here to receive notifications.
Thank you for your interest in becoming our sponsor! Our sponsorship deck is now available here. For any questions, please reach out to us at ylc@save.lgbt.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact our Youth Programming Director Dr. Hana Chae at hana@save.lgbt.