Location
Haiti (hybrid format)
Alumni network
100+ alumni
2026 cohort
35 fellows selected
Format
Mostly online + in-person finale
About ESLP
The EdLight Summer Leadership Program (ESLP) is EdLight's flagship youth program. Since its founding, ESLP has built a network of 100+ alumni from across Haiti through an intensive, fully funded leadership experience.
For the 2026 cycle, ESLP plans to select 35 fellows. Participants engage in leadership seminars, mentorship, team simulations, and project-based learning designed to prepare them for university and civic life.
Sessions are delivered primarily online, with an in-person company excursion and a final presentation day at IICA in Pétion-Ville where participants present projects to a jury.
Leadership seminars
Interactive sessions led by professionals and educators.
Mentorship
Each fellow is paired with an experienced mentor.
Community projects
Design and execute projects with real impact.
Haiti-centered
Rooted in Haitian culture, identity, and values.
What you'll learn
- Entrepreneurship & personal finance
- Leadership & personal development
- Health & well-being
- Citizenship & civic engagement
- Environment & sustainable development
- Technology & innovation
- Networking and scholarship pathways
Selection criteria
- Haitian nationality and currently residing in Haiti
- Current or admitted student in NSI–NSIV or 3ème through Philo
- Age 15–19
- Curious, open-minded, and highly motivated
- Strong and complete application submission
Selection is competitive. Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged.
Choose your track
The fellow application is live now. Intern and volunteer applications are coming soon.
Fellow
Be selected as an ESLP fellow. Participate in a rigorous hybrid leadership experience with seminars, mentorship, team projects, and a final in-person showcase.
Intern
Join the ESLP organizing team as an intern. Help design curriculum, coordinate logistics, and facilitate sessions alongside experienced leaders.
Volunteer
Volunteer your skills in areas such as mentorship, event support, outreach, or documentation during the program.
ESLP in photos
Highlights from previous cohorts featured in the 2026 programme description.
Timeline
April 20, 2026
Applications launched for fellows, interns & volunteers
May 31, 2026
Application deadline (11:59 PM EST)
June 2026
Review & selection process
Late June 2026
Accepted participants notified
Aug 10 - Aug 21, 2026
Program sessions (Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM)
Frequently asked questions
What is ESLP?
The EdLight Summer Leadership Program (ESLP) is a selective leadership program that prepares secondary-school students in Haiti to become principled, community-driven leaders.
How many students have participated?
ESLP has more than 100 alumni across past cohorts. For the 2026 cycle, we plan to select 35 fellows.
Is ESLP free?
Yes. ESLP is fully funded for selected fellows, thanks to support from partners, alumni, and volunteers.
Can I apply as both a fellow and an intern?
You should apply for the track that best fits your current status. Fellows are secondary-school students; interns are university-level or older.
What happens after ESLP?
Alumni join the EdLight network. Many go on to become mentors, ambassadors, or interns with EdLight programs.
Where does ESLP take place?
ESLP runs primarily online due to the current context in Haiti, with one company excursion in Port-au-Prince and a final in-person presentation at IICA in Pétion-Ville.
What materials do I need?
You need a computer, tablet, or phone with a camera and stable internet, plus a quiet well-lit space, notebook, and pens.