Project BluePrint 2026

Democratic Youth Leadership Institute Application

Institute Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
INSTRUCTIONS

BluePrint 2026 is a statewide program offering young Democrats a hands-on experience in political organizing, campaign strategy, and convention participation. Students will attend a free one-day political training institute and then join the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Endorsing Convention May 29-30, 2026 (DCU Center, Worcester) as a non-voting youth delegate.

Application Deadline: Friday, April 3, 2026
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Student Name

First NameLast Name
Age
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Student Home Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Student Cell Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Student Email
example@example.com
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION (If under 18 years of age)
Parent/Guardian #1 Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian #2 Address (if different from student's)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent/Guardian #1 Home Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/Guardian #1 Cell Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Parent/Guardian #1 Email
example@example.com
Relationship
SCHOOL/EDUCATION INFORMATION
School/College Name (Please give FULL name and not an abbreviation)
School/College City
Current Grade Level*

11th Grade12th GradeCollege FreshmanCollege SophomoreCollege JuniorCollege Senior
Advisor/Teacher Name (if applicable)
PERSONAL INTERESTS AND PERSPECTIVES
Please use this section to tell us about the issues you care most about, the leaders who inspire you, your connection to the Democratic Party, and what you hope to gain from participating in BluePrint 2026. The maximum length for each open-ended response is 200 words.
What are the top three issues you care most about?*
Type a question

Type option 1Type option 2Type option 3Type option 4
Who is your most admired politician or elected official and why? (Please explain - maximum 200 words)*

0/200
What does the Democratic Party mean to you? (Maximum length: 200 words)

0/200
What leadership qualities or experiences do you hope to gain from participating in the BluePrint 2026 Campaign?*

0/200
DEMOCRATIC ENGAGEMENT
To qualify for this program, you must secure an endorsement from a local elected official, President of the Young Democrats of Massachusetts or Democratic Party leader. Please provide the name and title of the individual you have asked to endorse your application.
Name and Title of Endorsing Individual
Are you presently a member of High School Democrats of America (HSDA) or the College Democrats of America (CDA)?

I am a member of the High School Democrats of AmericaI am a member of the College Democrats of AmericaI am not a member of either the High School Democrats or College Democrats of AmericaI am a member of the Young Democrats of America (YDMA)
CIVIC & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Have you participated in any volunteer, civic engagement or political activities?

YesNo
If yes, please describe briefly (Maximum 200 words)

0/200
COMMITMENT
By signing below, I affirm that all information provided in this application is accurate. I am committed to promoting civic engagement, inclusion, and Democratic values through the BluePrint 2026 Campaign. If accepted, I agree to participate in the full-day BluePrint 2026 Institute in Worcester, MA on Saturday, April 25, 2026, and to attend the Massachusetts Democratic State Endorsing Convention in Worcester, MA on Saturday, May 30, 2026 as a non-voting member of the State Party’s Youth Delegation.
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Democratic Youth Leadership Institute Application