MY TRIP TO D.C. : NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM ON LAW

By Ginnie O

I was privileged to be among 350 outstanding high school students who were invited to Washington D.C., to attend NYLF Law, a program that brings high school students from across the world who are interested in the field of law. It is a 6 day program in which I received an in-depth introduction to the legal profession through direct contact with preeminent law professors, students, partners and associates. I also culminated in an exciting simulation where my peers and I took on roles of attorneys and justices to review judicial issues, argue positions and make decisions on actual Supreme Court cases. We also visited Capitol Hill, Georgetown University, National Art Museum, a real life court session, a law firm and so much more.

This was one of the best experiences of my life, because I made friends with professionals and students, saw the world of law in a perspective unlike anyone, and most importantly gained a valuable head start toward the career and success I dream of achieving.