Applications now available for 2011 Lead On! to be held Nov. 11-13 in Anchorage
Applications for the 2011 Lead On! For Peace and Equality conference, to be held Nov. 11-Nov. 13, 2011, in Anchorage, are now available. Scroll down to view and print the application and please return it as soon as possible because space at the mini-summit is limited. The Planning Committee will award spots on a first-come, first-served basis. All applications and letters of support must be returned no later than Sept. 10, 2011. If you are an Alaskan youth, age 13 to age 18, and you want to become a leader in your community, would like to work with youth from across the state, and would like to become a part of promoting peace and equality in your community, Lead On! is for you. Check out the video below to learn more.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32nuUv0VWdw&feature=player_embedded#at=102
What Projects are Youth and Adults Working on in Alaska?
Youth completed projects that promoted individual, community, or relationship wellness. Youth from across the state carried out mini-campaigns in their schools, raised funds, held awareness events, hosted poetry contests, or showed youth-created films or digital stories in their community.
What is the Lead On! Mini-summit?
Lead On! is a two and half day conference for youth leaders (age 13-18) and community partners across Alaska. Participants come together to develop leadership skills for promoting peace and equality that can be used in home communities.
What Do Youth Leaders and Community Partners Do at the Mini-summit?
- Youth-led workshops, nationally recognized speakers, and major fun!
- See what youth and community partners are doing across the state.
- Use theatre, art, and media to improve their leadership skills
- Share information and projects from your community.
- Have fun with musicians, actors, activists, business leaders, and Alaska youth
- Develop ideas to promote peace and equality in your community
- Learn more about youth and adult project partnerships.
- Hiking, outdoor activities, networking, and much more!
http://www.andvsa.org/v2/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/lead-on-2011-application.pdf
