Young Leaders in Action Conference - April 5

Youth Leadership Conference

The purpose of the leadership conference is to develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding youth need to become effective leaders within a culturally diverse community. Through a series of seminars and high energy activities, the conference serves to increase youth knowledge and expand fundamental leadership skills. The materials and training that the youth receive give them a set of proven tools to deal successfully with real life.

Conference goals include the following:

·         Increase participants' understanding of the concept of leadership;

·         Increase participants' understanding of and appreciation for cultural diversity;

·         Increase participants' awareness of themselves and how they relate to others; and

·         Provide opportunities for participants to apply the knowledge, skills, and understandings through meaningful service to the community.

The spring YLA Conference is scheduled for April 5 from 8 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Hawkeye Community College. It is entitled “Leaders Without Borders” and the keynote speaker is Enrique Ochoa, Director of Leadership and Team Development at Nazareth Lutheran Church. The cost is $12 per student grades 9 – 12 and includes food, materials and a t-shirt. Partial need based scholarships are available at area high schools. Registration must be received by 5 p.m. on March 8 and is limited to the first 250 students. Registration materials are available through the high school Guidance Counselor. Service opportunities will exist from 1:30 until 2:15 for those interested.