The César E. Chávez Leadership Institute seeks to improve access to higher education for Arizona high school students entering their junior and senior year by providing a variety of enriching experiences emphasizing leadership development and civic engagement, while advocating for the completion of high school, attending college and educational opportunities at Arizona State University.
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The César E. Chávez Leadership Institute (CCLI) recognizes the importance of increasing the number of Arizona youth attending institutions of higher learning and provides high school students the means to explore their educational potential and leadership development skills by:
Identifying, developing, and strengthening leadership skills for Arizona youth.
The legacy, leadership, and spirit of César Chávez forms the foundation of the program. With the support of the César E. Chávez Foundation, members of the Chávez family, and the efforts of ASU staff, volunteers, and alumni of the ASU César E. Chávez Leadership Institute, the pursuit of higher education and movement for social justice through education and community engagement lives on.
César Chávez, born on a farm near Yuma, Arizona, was a key figure in labor and civil rights. Co-founding the United Farm Workers with Dolores Huerta, he led strikes and boycotts to improve conditions for farm laborers in California. Despite challenges, including legal battles, his efforts succeeded in securing contracts with growers. Chávez received posthumous honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, for his enduring impact on social justice and human dignity.
English: 2024 CCLI Informational Webinar Recording
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Spanish: 2024 Spanish CCLI Informational Webinar Recording
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English Presentation Slides: The César E. Chávez Leadership Institute
Spanish Presentation Slides: The César E. Chávez Leadership Institute (Spanish)
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