2026 Leadership Academy: Los Angeles

The 2026 Leadership Academy: Los Angeles brings together young leaders with lived experience in foster care to turn their expertise into action. Through six months of leadership and policy training, participants build the skills and relationships to bring their voices directly to decisionmakers, shaping stronger policies and systems for foster youth across Los Angeles. In October 2026, their hard work will culminate in Los Angeles Foster Youth Shadow Day: two days of action and engagement with City and County leaders. 

Meet the Los Angeles 2026 Cohort

Regional Coordinator Supporters

After Delegates have served as Regional Coordinators, the next step in their Shadow Day journey is becoming Regional Coordinator Supporters. Regional Coordinator Supporters are there to offer guidance and support to our Regional Coordinators as they transition from the role of student to mentor.