Ready to kick off another exciting year in Collegiate DECA? Go the Extra and stand out through the Leadership Passport Program!
The Leadership Passport Program encourages members, chapters and associations to plan impactful activities and participate in events that enhance the DECA experience. The program rewards actions that build personal and professional skill sets focused around helping members be academically prepared, community oriented, professionally responsible and experienced leaders. Participating is the perfect opportunity to highlight your growth and achievements.
Check out these tips to help you get started:
1. Plan Early
The passport program is designed to be implemented throughout the entire year. Members, chapters and associations will likely complete much of the criteria throughout the school year. Trying to complete everything a week or two before the due date is challenging and often impossible. Review the guidelines and criteria and set goals. The school year gets busy, so plan when specific tasks will be addressed at the beginning of the school year to ensure you complete the requirements. You will find that many of the tasks overlap with what you are already doing in your chapter.
2. Document Your Progress
It is difficult to remember everything you did when submitting a passport application. Collegiate DECA members are busy and remembering every DECA-related activity can be challenging. Document when activities were completed and keep photographs to review when submitting your application.
3. Submit Your Application
All Leadership Passport Program applications are due by February 15, 2026. View the guidelines and learn more about all three programs.
Members, chapters and associations earning the various levels of passport success will receive a certificate and be recognized on DECA Direct Online and at the International Career Development Conference.
