We are pleased to announce that AIYLC will be hosting two conferences for 2026:
- February 26, 2026 through March 1, 2026
- April 23, 2026 through April 26, 2026
This will provide more opportunities for additional high school students to grow as a leader, build lifelong friendships, and experience 4 unforgettable days of challenges, teamwork, and inspiration.
Stay tuned for updated conference information!
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Focusing on Youth Education and Development
The American Independence Youth Leadership Conference (AIYLC), formerly known as American Independence Foundation of Colonial Virginia, is a four-day three-night retreat for U.S. high school students (including home-school or equivalent). This nonpartisan nonprofit provides students the chance to develop their own style of leadership by studying government (past and present), patriotism, and entrepreneurialism. Interactive lectures are led by skilled instructors and community leaders and supervised by a devoted staff of carefully vetted counselors. The conference dedicates 50% of class time to leadership; 30% to the U.S. government, U.S. history, and the U.S. Constitution; and 20% to the Free-Enterprise System and U.S. economy. This is an excellent opportunity for students to begin building their resumes while developing personal connections with students from throughout the state and the country.
The American Independence Youth Leadership Conference is sponsored by the Military Order of World Wars® (MOWW) and its Patriotic Education Program. Visit MOWW for additional Youth Leadership Conference® dates and locations.
