Learn about vital policy issues and develop your leadership skills! Network with policy-curious West Virginians and policy leaders, and prepare for your own policy-related work! With questions, please email: summerpolicyinstitute@gmail.com.

This program is meant for traditional and non-traditional undergraduate students, graduate students, and policy curious West Virginians of all ages, including highly qualified high school students. All are welcome!

SPI attendees will participate in interactive sessions where they learn the ins and outs of policy change through a research and data lens, as well as crucial skills rooted in community engagement and grassroots mobilization. Applications close May 1.

On campus meals and lodging will be provided to all participants, as well as training and coaching. That’s a $700 value to every participant!

To apply: https://wvpolicy.org/summer-policy-institute-2024/