Line1 Line2 Line3
SearchIcon
Teenlife
Summer Programs
    Link

    Want to learn more about taking a gap year? Check out our latest guide!

    FIRE Free Speech Forum

    FIRE Free Speech Forum CalenderRecently Updated

    • FIRE Free Speech Forum

    Details

    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Provided By: Independent Provider
    • Session Start: June
    • Session Length: One Week
    • Entering Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: Leadership
    • Sub-Categories: Debate, Journalism, Law, Politics and Diplomacy, Communications, Writing, Gifted, Leadership, Humanities, Study Skills, Research
    • Selective: No
    • Minimum Cost: Free
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Location:Washington, District of Columbia
    • Last Updated:December 2024
    Write a Review
    Report An Issue

    Overview

    Join the next generation of free speech leaders in Washington, D.C. this summer!

    The forum is a free, week-long summer program hosted at American University for college-bound rising 10th through 12th graders who are interested in free speech.

    Students will gain a thorough understanding of free speech, including what it is, why it’s important, and how it empowers all of us to solve real-world problems and achieve our full potential.

    The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is thrilled to host the FIRE Free Speech Forum — bringing together students from across the United States for a fun and immersive week to learn about all things free speech. 

    FIRE is a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit that defends and promotes the value of free speech for all Americans in our courtrooms, on our campuses, and in our culture. 

    Students will dive into an ambitious curriculum led by legal experts, dynamic skill-building activities, and hands-on projects, and leave the forum ready to be leaders who advocate for free speech in their communities and on campuses when they get to college. The program will be in our nation's capitol, where students will have ample opportunity to explore Washington's most notable sites.

    Cost and Session Information

    We are proud to offer full scholarships to the FIRE Free Speech Forum for all accepted applicants. Travel scholarships are also available on a limited basis.

    The program will take place from June 22nd-28th 2025.

    We value your privacy

    This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. See Privacy Policy

    We’re here to help you find teen-centered academic and enrichment opportunities that you never knew existed. By creating an account, you will be able to save your favorites, request information via pre-populated contact forms, and submit reviews. We will also be able to tailor our communications to your stated interests and preferences.

    Forgot Password

    "*" indicates required fields

    This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.