
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. Stay tuned for dates and information about the 2021 program. In the meantime, please click ahead for more information.
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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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.