Programs

Learning Beyond the Classroom

NEXTDC creates experiences that allow students to learn, grow, and imagine new possibilities. We provide opportunities for exploration through travel, mentorship, and skill-building programs that bring education to life in meaningful ways. By bridging classroom learning with real-world experiences, we ensure that young people are not only prepared for the future but also inspired to lead and contribute to their communities with purpose.

A group of Black and Brown high school interns stand in front of the Fogo de Chao Washington DC restaurant.

Network

Professional events and networking opportunities to connect students with hospitality industry professionals

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Network

Professional events and networking opportunities to connect students with hospitality industry professionals

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Educate

Scholarships to qualified students and alumni from DC's high school Academies of Hospitality & Tourism, Culinary Arts, Sports Marketing, and Mass Media

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Educate

Scholarships to qualified students and alumni from DC's high school Academies of Hospitality & Tourism, Culinary Arts, Sports Marketing, and Mass Media

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