The Washington Leadership Program
Pay It Forward Campaign 2014
WLP 2014 Scholar Application:
Re-launched in 2009, the WLP continues to place students in summer internships at both Congressional offices and government agencies, directly exposing South Asian student leaders to the halls of power.
The WLP organizes lectures and seminars throughout the summer, giving our students multiple opportunities to meet with top political leaders and policy makers.
Guide the Next Generation of South Asian American Leaders:
The WLP has over 180 alumni who have interned for notable elected officials including Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY), Sen. Bill Frist (R-TN), and Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA). Alumni from the program have gone on to win Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright, and Mitchell Scholarships, as well as acceptances into top-flight medical, law, public policy, and other post-graduate programs. Several alums are currently senior advisors to government officials, and one is an elected representative from the State of Maryland.
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APPLY TO BE A WLP SCHOLAR!
Who We Are:
The Washington Leadership Program (WLP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building the next generation of leadership from within the South Asian American community through innovative programs. The organization was founded in August 2008 in memory of publisher and philanthropist Gopal Raju, who sponsored a program that placed over 170 students in Congressional internships over 15 years. The organization was founded by alumni of Mr. Raju's program who seek to continue his legacy and continue this vital program for the community.
WHAT IS THE WLP?
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