High School Seminars

Since 1967, our signature high school programs based in Washington, DC and the Mid-Atlantic region offering a more comprehensive understanding of leadership, civic education, the federal government, U.S. politics, American history, and global affairs.

Democracy In Action Seminar

This unique program is generously sponsored by the Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation and presented in partnership with the Washington Workshops Foundation and will take place in Our Nation’s Capital this summer from June 17-23, 2017.

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Congressional Seminar

Democracy In Action! Created to inspire young people to get involved in the political and legislative process, we invite students to investigate the United States Congress, the Supreme Court, Embassies, and Executive agencies by meeting with Members of Congress, government officials, diplomats, lobbyists, and professors. Students will also visit the historical and iconic highlights of our nation’s capital.

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Recent News & Events

Essay Contest Scholars Awarded - The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America

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May 24, 2017

The Washington Workshops Foundation is pleased to recognize and…

Future Leaders of America Scholarships Awarded

Democracy In Action Scholarships Awarded

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April 5, 2017

The Workshop Foundation is pleased to announce the Cruise Industry…

About Workshops Foundation

Since 1967, the Workshops Foundation has provided experience-based educational travel programs to highly motivated, academically prepared, and inquisitive people from across the United States and around the world. The majority of our programs have brought students and educators to Washington, D.C. for a more comprehensive understanding of leadership, civic education, the federal government, U.S. politics, American history, and global affairs. Programs available include simulations of the U.S. Congress, internships, academically themed seminars, professional development, and person-to-person exchange.

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