CAP Leadership Institute
The Cesar A. Perales (CAP) Leadership Institute works to increase the legal profession pipeline for first-generation college students, students from immigrant households and those from underrepresented communities.
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LATINOS MAKE UP
19%
OF THE TOTAL U.S. POPULATION
BUT JUST
4.8%
OF PRACTICING ATTORNEYS
AND
6.6%
OF FEDERAL JUDGES
10,000
YOUTH HAVE RECEIVED COUNSELING SUPPORT,
AND RESOURCES TO ENTER CAREERS IN LAW THROUGH
THE CAP LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Hundreds of students attend our annual events virtually and in person. Our alumni include prominent Latino judges, attorneys, business leaders, and elected officials.



