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2026-2027 Hudson Valley Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI) Cohort

We are excited to announce the launch of the 2026-2027 Hudson Valley Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI) Cohort!

What is PRHYLI?

The Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI) is a FREE 30-hour leadership development program for Hispanic/Latino high school students in New York State. Through engaging workshops and statewide events, students will:

  • Network with peers and community leaders

  • Develop public speaking and critical thinking skills

  • Learn parliamentary procedures and debate bills

In-Person Training Sessions

All sessions will run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM:

  • Session 1: October 15, 2026 - Manhattanville University

  • Session 2: November 10, 2026 - Vassar College

  • Session 3: December 15, 2026 - SUNY New Paltz

  • Session 4: January 12, 2027 - SUNY Purchase

  • Session 5: February 9, 2027 - Dominican University

Special Events:

  • November 19, 2026: Senior Field Trip to NYS Assembly (Participating senior student delegates; maximum of 45 students)

  • March 2, 2027: Students invited to PR/HYLI Weekend – Rockland Community College

  • PR/HYLI Weekend: TBD; Albany, NY (50 selected students)

  • PR/HYLI Reunion: TBD

Key Application Dates:

  • Applications Open: Thursday, August 13, 2026

  • Applications Close: Friday, September 25, 2026

Q&A
Sessions Calendar
Guide to HV PR/HYLI

Virtual Informational Sessions (Please register for one only)

This is an incredible opportunity to gain leadership experience, build lifelong connections, and represent your community in Albany! Thank you for helping us share this opportunity and supporting the next generation of Hispanic leaders.

Best regards,

Hudson Valley Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (HV RBERN) Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Facilitators