The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is the premier organization founded by Members of Congress to advance the Hispanic Community’s Economic Progress with a focus on Social Responsibility and Global Competitiveness.
In Memoriam: The Honorable Lincoln Diaz-Balart A Titan of Leadership, Democracy, and Hispanic Advancement
The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute Board of Directors, Advisory Council members, CHLI Alumni Association, and staff extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Diaz-Balart family on the loss of our beloved, admired and respected Founder and Chairman Emeritus, The Honorable Lincoln Diaz-Balart.
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CHLI prepares future leaders through internships, fellowships, scholarships, and leadership conferences.
Connect
CHLI connects public service, corporate, civic, and congressional leaders across the United States and abroad.
Honor
CHLI honors leaders at its Annual Gala & Leadership Awards. Congressional Staff members are honored for their leadership and The Wendy Martinez CHLI Alumni Community Engagement Award is presented to an alumnus.
REMARKS BY CHLI FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART AT 18TH ANNUAL GALA & AWARDS
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Global Leaders Internship
A semester-long internship program featuring placement in Congressional and corporate legislative affairs office in Washington D.C.
Communications Fellowship
The CHLI Communications Fellowship Program provides recent college graduates with the opportunity to assist in the implementation of CHLI’s communication and marketing strategies.
Summer Law Fellowship
First and second-year law students gain valuable legal experience and networking opportunities with CHLI’s congressional, corporate, and law partners.