The USC Center for the Political Future is excited to host its annual Young Women’s Leadership Conference (YWLC) on Saturday, April 4 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at USC’s Tommy’s Place. This conference brings together high school students in the Los Angeles Area to hone their leadership skills and encourage their involvement in public service. Students will participate in skills-building workshops and discussions, meet and hear from influential women, and learn valuable communication and relationship-building skills. Breakfast and lunch are provided.

REGISTER TO ATTEND IN-PERSON HERE: https://tinyurl.com/usc-youngwomens-2026

Held each year in honor of Women’s History Month, this conference has helped hundreds of young students become more civically engaged. Some program participants have gone on to work in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and the offices of local, state, and federal elected officials. The conference is free and open to all high school-aged students. 

Run of Show: 
 

9:30 AM – 10:25 AM
Check-In & Arrival
 

10:25 AM – 10:30 AM
Welcome Remarks
 

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Icebreaker: Get-to-Know-You Bingo
 

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Panel #1: Pathways to Leadership & Public Service
 

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
 

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Panel #2: Leadership In Action: Driving Change in Your Community
 

2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Break
 

2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
USC Joint Educational Project Interactive Activity
 

3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
Admissions Discussion
 

4:00 PM
Optional Campus Tour
 

REGISTER TO ATTEND IN-PERSON HERE: https://tinyurl.com/usc-youngwomens-2026