OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAM

Leadership Begins With Experience

The Leadership Development Intern Program (LDIP) is a three-year leadership journey for African American young women in grades 10–12 — combining mentorship, scholarship support, professional exposure, academic enrichment, and community leadership.

95%

COLLEGE ATTENDANCE

200+

YOUNG WOMEN SERVED

$500K+

IN SCHOLARSHIPS &
ACADEMIC SUPPORT

25+

YEARS OF IMPACT

OUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY

Preparing Young Women to Lead with Purpose

Beginning in 10th grade, interns become part of a three-year leadership experience designed to help young women grow with confidence, discipline, and a stronger vision for their future.

Through mentorship, leadership workshops, academic enrichment, community engagement, and cultural experiences, interns gain the tools and support needed to thrive in college, careers, and life.

Grades 10–12 • Three-Year Journey • Mentorship • College & Career Focus

THE LDIP EXPERIENCE

A Three-Year Journey of Growth

01 DISCOVER

YEAR ONE

Building confidence, sisterhood, and leadership foundations through mentorship and community engagment

02 DEVELOP

YEAR TWO

Expanding academic, cultural, and professional exposure while strengthening communication and leadership skills.

03 LEAD

YEAR THREE

Preparing interns to lead with purpose through service, college readiness, and leadership experiences.

MENTORSHIP & SISTERHOOD

More Than A Program.
A Sisterhood
That Lasts.

Through mentorship, shared experiences, and leadership development, interns build lifelong bonds rooted in encouragement, accountability, and growth.

LDIP creates a supportive environment where young women are inspired to lead confidently, pursue excellence, and uplift one another far beyond the program itself.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

ROLE MODELS & LEADERSHIP

Learning From Women Who Lead

Each intern is paired with a role model who provides guidance, encouragement, and support while helping interns strengthen confidence, communication, and leadership skills.

By connecting with accomplished women from the business, educational, and professional community, interns gain insight, inspiration, and examples of leadership in action.

Role Model Pairing • Leadership Workshops • College Preparedness • Cultural Enrichment

PROGRAM MOMENTS

The Experience Beyond The Classroom

LDIP interns participate in experiences that encourage connection, service, cultural awareness, and personal achievement throughout their three-year journey.