2026 Youth Leadership Conference
Wolfe University Center at FIU Biscayne
Friday, September 25, 2026
The SAVE Youth Leadership Conference is to equip college students in South Florida with professional skills in a safe, welcoming environment. This conference helps you build the essential foundation for your professional journey. As the cornerstone of our Young Leaders Program, this conference is designed to transform high-potential individuals into industry-ready professionals. Attendees are expected to:
Gain a competitive edge with advanced professional development
designed to help you navigate the modern workforce.
Access exclusive networking and mentorship opportunities
with community leaders and industry professionals.
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Meet our Steering Committee!
Dr. Hana Chae - Chair
Dr. Chae serves as the Youth Programming Director at SAVE, where she oversees impactful initiatives, including the social justice internship program. Deeply passionate about mentorship, she guides college students to unlock their potential and emerge as the next generation of leaders.
Chloe Kerr - Member
Chloe is a senior attending Florida International University with a major in Natural and Applied Sciences and a minor in Biology. After graduation, Chloe wants to get my certification to teach in Florida and becoming a middle school science teacher in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Nev Moley - Member
Nev is a rising third-year student at the University of Miami majoring in International Relations and Spanish on the pre-law track. After interning with SAVE, Nev developed a passion for mobilizing voters and endorsing pro-equality candidates in South Florida.
Rihanna Bajnath - Member
Rihanna is a Political Science student at Florida International University on the Pre-Law Track in the Honors College. Her experience as a former SAVE LGBTQ Intern inspired her to work in state politics, deepening her understanding of advocacy, public policy, and the legislative process.
How to get involved in YLC?
Become our conference sponsor!
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The last day to become a sponsor is September 1.
The last day to become an exhibitor is September 14. For any questions, please contact us at ylc@save.lgbt
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Frequently Asked Questions
This conference is open to all college students in South Florida. Registration will be open soon. Once it opens, make sure to register to secure your spot! Registration will be open soon here.
There will be a post session where students can present their research or passion projects related to social justice and advancing equality. The submission portal will open in late May. If you want to receive notifications regarding this, please sign up here.
The submission deadline for the poster presentation is August 2.
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The registration is not currently open yet. Sign up here to receive notifications.
Thank you for your interest in becoming our sponsor! Our sponsorship deck is now available here. For any questions, please reach out to us at ylc@save.lgbt.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact our Youth Programming Director Dr. Hana Chae at hana@save.lgbt.
Our Sponsors
