2026 YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Program Dates: July 09-17, 2026
Application period is OPEN
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The 2026 YLP session application period is open. Applications must be received by the Chapter YLP Coordinator prior to Monday, February 02, 2026.
See the bottom of this page for all application materials.
The Ohio Chapter is pleased to announce that the YLP application process is now open! This eight-day leadership development program at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, is an excellent opportunity for qualified Students (ages 14–16) and one they will never forget.
This exciting program is offered through the cooperation of the FBI, and individual participants are selected and sponsored by the various state chapters of the FBINAA, who will pay transportation and student sponsorship fees.
The program’s counselors and instructional staff consist of National Academy graduates who are members of the FBINAA and select FBI Special Agent personnel. Guest lecturers in various professional disciplines also address the students.
Each session of the Youth Leadership Program begins with arrival at and ends with departure from Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C.
The program is open to males and females.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to complete the application packet below and include the necessary signatures for submission. Direct all questions and EMAIL completed application packets to the FBINAA Ohio Chapter Youth Leadership Program Representative, Rob Gillespie
Click on the link below for the 2026 YLP application forms when available:
Click here for 2026 YLP Application Package: 2026 YLP Application
Click here for YLP informational flyer: YLPFLYER
Click here for a link to the FBI NAA Youth Leadership Home Page