The National STudent Leadership Forum On Faith & Values
November 8-10, 2024
Since 1991, the National Student Leadership Forum on Faith & Values has drawn thousands of students from across the United States to Washington, D.C. to consider how they, as leaders, might use their gifts to serve others.
Convened by Members of Congress and other prominent U.S. government leaders, this three-day annual event invites college students of diverse backgrounds and aspirations to put aside their differences and learn together how to better lead in their communities.
Focusing on historic leaders such as Mother Teresa, William Wilberforce, Jesus of Nazareth and Martin Luther King, Jr., the Forum addresses and creates valuable discussion around topics such as reconciliation, serving the poor, integrity, purpose and love.
Attendees address these topics alongside fellow students and business leaders from various stages of life. Core activities include keynote addresses by political and business leaders, breakout meetings, small group sessions, panel discussions and more.
The 2022 program included U.S. Representatives John Moolenaar, Tom Suozzi, Debbie Dingell, Tracey Mann, Kai Kahele, along with leaders from organizations such as Nike and the United Nations World Food Program. Other past speakers have included former U.S. President Barack Obama, Vice Presidents Dan Quayle and Al Gore, former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft, former U.S. Senators Bill Nelson, and Paul Trible, U.S. Representatives John Lewis and Mike Doyle, Ambassador Tony Hall, and U.S. Chaplain Barry Black.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do students receive the opportunity to attend?
Students are nominated by universities (e.g. university presidents, deans, campus organizations.), community leaders, former NSLF attendees, Members of Congress, etc. Once nominated, students receive an email inviting them to apply. If you would like to nominate someone to attend the Forum or you are interested in being nominated, please contact the Forum office at nslforum@nslforum.org.
Why should I consider attending the National Student Leadership Forum on Faith & Values?
The event is hosted by Members of Congress, business leaders, and others passionate about the development of our nation’s future. These leaders take three days to encourage students and share personal insights regarding leadership with a faith & values perspective. The opportunity to hear from, and build relationships with, these leaders creates significant value for attendees and in many cases changes the trajectory of ones life.