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2026 G.O.L.D. Program Applications NOW OPEN!

Friday, January 23, 2026   (0 Comments)

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 G.O.L.D. Program (Growing Our Leadership and Diversity), a leadership development experience designed for law students and recent graduates seeking to strengthen their leaderships skills, professional readiness, and engagement within the legal community.

The weekend experience will take place March 27-29, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Programming will feature presentations and professional development opportunities supported by the Indianapolis Bar Association and Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, providing attendees with valuable engagement and insight from respected leaders and institutions within the legal community.

Program Highlights Include:

  • Leadership Assessments & Identity Work
    Gain deeper insight into your leadership style through guided assessments, strengths-based reflection, and personalized facilitator feedback.
  • Interactive Workshops & Skill-Building Sessions
    Learn practical strategies rooted in P.A.D.’s core values, including integrity, professionalism, compassion, innovation, diversity, and courage. Workshops focus on communication, decision-making, navigating law school challenges, and leading with purpose.
  • Career & Professional Development
    Refine your résumé and LinkedIn, strengthen your interview presence, elevate your professional brand, and connect with legal recruiters and practicing attorneys offering real internship and job pathways.
  • Featured Speakers & Leadership Dialogues
    Hear from leaders in law, education, and public service as they share insights on resilience, inclusive leadership, professional reputation, justice, equity, and courage in the legal profession.

COST:
Travel and lodging support provided for selected participants (Flight, Hotel, Meals).

How to Apply: Visit https://tinyurl.com/2026GoldProgramApp

Important Dates:
Application Close: February 20, 2026

Acceptance Notifications: February 27, 2026

Program begins: March 27, 2026

The G.O.L.D. Program is open to law students, who are members of Phi Alpha Delta and are committed to leadership, service, and professional excellence.

Former participants consistently cite the program as transformative while it provides clarity, confidence, and tangible leadership opportunities that continue to shape their careers.

Fraternally,

LaShata Grayson
Director of Training and Growth

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Phi Alpha Delta is the world’s preeminent law fraternity because of our dedication to service: service to the student, the school, the profession, and the community.

It is through devotion to the ideals of compassion, courage, diversity, innovation, integrity, professionalism, and service that we better both our profession and our community. Through accepting our differences we become not just a law fraternity, but a family.

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