Washington, DC

American Indian female student presenting in red tribal clothing on American Indian program

Learn to discuss and advocate for important issues!

Close Up has long-standing partnerships with USET and NCAI, as well as a history of developing programs for native and non-native students, including:

USET Impact Week Youth Summit: Enhance your understanding of the relationship between tribal nations and the U.S. government, and the role of USET in advocating for tribal nations, while interacting with other USET students, tribal leaders, and delegates.

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American Indian and Alaska Native Youth Summit: Become an advocate for issues impacting Indian Country and present your solutions to concerns facing your community to NCAI delegates.

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American Indian Issues Program: Native and non-native students come together to explore Washington’s famous memorials and institutions and discuss current public policy issues.

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Learn about American democracy first-hand during this in-depth exploration of the nation’s capital.

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Washington, DC & New York City

Examine the relationship between business and government with visits to two of America’s most important cities!

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Create Your Own Program

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in DC and other historic sites on the east coast with this fully customizable program.

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Premier Election Series & Inauguration

Experience the excitement of the next presidential election and inauguration up close in Washington, DC!

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New Americans Program

Discover our nation’s diverse heritage on this DC program geared to immigrant and migrant students.

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Partner Programs

Explore these programs designed for individual students who want in-depth knowledge of specific policy issues.

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Washington, DC & Williamsburg

Better understand the evolution of American democracy with visits to our nation’s most historic cities.

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Asia Pacific Program

Learn about the power of foreign policy through an international relations simulation in the heart of Hawaii!

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American Indian Focus Programs

Consider the issues facing Indian Country through one of three exclusive programs offered in the nation’s capital.

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“

I think Close Up’s virtual program is an amazing experience…

to get out of the bubble of your own community.

— Kayla, Student, MA ”

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“

Close Up brought me CLOSER to politics…

the entire notion no longer seemed obscure. I became very involved in politics on the local and national level.

— Margaret, Student, New York ”

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“

As a government teacher, it’s nice to have more resources…

for teaching media literacy and having students critically think about the information they receive.

— High School, Educator, Texas ”

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“

I’m truly blown away by what Close Up’s been able to accomplish. in the last two weeks during IMPACT 2020…

The material seems very high level, and my daughter’s been very motivated to participate every day. I wanted to be sure to commend the staff on providing such a great experience!

— Alison, Parent, MA ”

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American Indian High School Programs

Learn to discuss and advocate for important issues!

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