The Latino Action Network in partnership with Rutgers Center for Latino Arts and Culture, LISTA (Latino/a/xLatina/o/x Initiatives for Service, Training, and Assessment) School of Social Work and the Latino Action Network Foundation invite you to the inaugural Emerging Leaders Summit on September 26th, 2026 at Rutgers University. This summit is geared to convene emerging young leaders, college students, young people in the trades, high school leaders, elected officials, legislators, policy experts, researchers, community leaders to examine the issues facing our communities and to advance collaborative community driven advocacy. The theme this year: “FROM TOMORROW TO TODAY: OWNING YOUR POWER AS A LEADER” curates a menu of topics on civic engagement, understanding the path from protest to policy, media literacy, mental wellbeing, financial literacy, afro-latino/a/x experience.
The summit is designed to not only host lectures and listening sessions but also share practical tools. Participants will have the opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas in discussions with leading professionals, helping to guide courageous conversations that aim to foster community and wellness. As we celebrate our shared experiences, recognize the strength of the resilience of our people, Latino Action Network aims to provide a lane for emerging leaders to prosper, through the grassroots power of participation. Our collective collaboration is imperative and our Latino community plays a vital role in the kind of New Jersey and society we want to live in.
Registration is FREE, but we remain grateful for any donations.
DONATIONS
Your financial support is key to ensuring that we have the resources needed to fight for social and equitable justice for the community. In addition, it ensures that many of our programs, such as the annual Latino Action Network Legislative Assembly, remain free and open to our members and other groups.
MEMBERSHIP
Become a LAN member today! We encourage prospective members to consider becoming a recurring monthly donor. A member of our organization will receive regular updates on events, social justice and equity gatherings or protests, conferences and trainings, and volunteer opportunities. Members are also entitled to vote for the organization's Steering Committee leadership.
SPONSORSHIP
Placing an ad in the Latino Action Network’s journal for sponsoring a workshop, meal, or event is a powerful way to show your support for advocating for Latino communities and driving meaningful social change. Not only will your business or personal brand stand out to a diverse and influential audience, but you’ll also be aligning yourself with an organization that champions equity, empowerment, and opportunity.