The Eastern Region is happy to continue the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. mandate to serve youth and particularly young men by holding its annual Leadership Development Institute (LDI). Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, LDI will occur as a web-based program. The LDI leadership team and staff have developed an Institute that contains most of the elements resident in our traditional Institutes. We encourage all chapters, civic partners, and community parents to sponsor Ambassadors. The 2021 Institute is robust, comprehensive, and effective. Institute programming comprises 4 consecutive weekly workshops followed by a 3-day intensive portion in which Ambassadors engage in small group scenario-based discussions, make individual presentations, and participate in a cultural/arts activity. This is a great opportunity to enhance youths' summer enrichment activities. The registration fee is low and the benefits are high! We are looking forward to great LDI!

Ambassadors

During the Leadership Development Institute, Alpha Ambassadors serve as representatives of their schools, communities, and homes. These young men are selected and primarily sponsored by chapters of Alpha phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. However other civic organizations, individuals, or parents/guardians may sponsor Ambassadors. During LDI, these young envoys demonstrate maturity, character, scholarship and service all of the fundamental qualities required for leadership. Fraternity members, workshop facilitators, and community representatives nurture the leadership and personal growth potential of each Ambassador. Ambassadors are provided leadership opportunities beyond LDI, and become messengers of hope and pride who are able to make a difference in their home school and communities.