GenerationNext: Thought Leaders Summit 2025: April 29 - 30.
About The Summit
In the form of a two-day gathering, Black college students gather to discourse on key areas of national interest and activate their civic engagement.
A one of its kind, students are the panelists and key stakeholders such as elected officials and civic organization leaders are the primary audience.
Black students attending ANY college or university in the United States can submit a panelist application and are encouraged to attend.
Panels
Moderated by distinguished correspondents and subject matter experts, the panels will focus on crowd-sourced national issues that shape their perspectives.
Media ENGAGEMENT
Black students don’t find their voices and viewpoints adequately represented in the media. Inviting media coverage to conduct interviews of panelists and student attendees, changes that.
Fireside Chat
Democrat, Republican, Independent – what’s the difference anyway? Elected officials are invited to engage in a moderated discussion to expound on civic engagement beyond the vote.
pITCH COMPETITION
The Social Impact Pitch invites passionate change-makers to present innovative solutions to critical community challenges, competing for one of three $500 micro-grants.
When last did you ask young Black voices about national issues shaping their vote—without assuming their stance? They’re speaking. Are you listening?
WHEN.
29th & 30th April, 2025.
WHERE.
The Light Street Pavilion at the Inner Harbor
— 301 Light Street, Baltimore, Md 21202 —
*self-park at 300 Light Street, Baltimore, Md 21202
and take walkway on 3rd floor*
You want your presence felt at this summit.
For Students
For Stakeholders
Access to policymakers is crucial and shouldn’t be dictated solely on their terms. Policy makers and influencers who recognize that their accessibility empowers students to create positive change must take the initiative to show up.
For Media
Variety of young Black voices in national political discourse is generally absent, but needed. Media are invited and welcome to not only report on the summit, but to share the voices of young Black students nationally and accurately.
Our Partners Believe in GenerationNext.
The GenNext Summit is partly powered by partners who see the value in amplifying Black college students’ voices. Join us in making an impact— Partner with Us.
