Youth In Government™
Creating the next generation of informed, active citizens
The YMCA Youth In Government™ program is a civic engagement and leadership development program for high school and middle school students across the state. The Tennessee YIG program is the second largest in the country with more than 4,700 participants. The mission of the Youth In Government™ program is to help create the next generation of informed, active citizens. We do this through a series of programs and conferences and experiential education opportunities, including Model United Nations, Youth Legislature and Conference on National Affairs.
Youth In Government™ programs develop and promote:
- Personal growth and life-long responsible citizenship
- An understanding of local, state, national and international concerns
- Research, study and debate on public issues under the rules of parliamentary procedure
- Exploration of careers in public service
- An understanding of political systems and the forum provided for the free exchange of ideas and the value of an open mind
- Appreciation for the diversity of viewpoints and respect for the ideas, beliefs and positions of others
Model United Nations 2022
- Conference A: November 11-13, 2022 in Murfreesboro, TN
- Middle School MUN December 2, 2022 at Downtown City Hall
Youth in Government 2023
- Tristar Conference: March 30- April 2, 2023 in Nashville, TN at State Capitol
- Volunteer Conference: April 13-16, 2023 in Nashville, TN at State Capitol
- Middle School YIG TBA
Model United Nations 2023
- Conference A: November 10-12, 2023
- Middle School MUN TBA
Youth in Government 2024
- Tristar Conference: April 11-14, 2024
- Volunteer Conference: April 18-21, 2022
See if your school participates in this exciting and enriching program. For participation, volunteer opportunities or sponsorship, please contact Kelley Clack, Youth In Government™ Director, at 901.359.3547.
Donate to the YMCA to support our programs such as Youth In Government™.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE YIG PROGRAM
The Youth In Government™ program needs attorneys or judges to help with lawyer and justice components of program. Volunteers meet with YIG lawyer teams to give them presentation tips and assist them with their case. If you’re willing to share your expertise in support of this, please contact Kelley Clack, Youth In Government Director, at 901.359.3547.
STAFF
Kelley Clack – Youth In Government Director
Phone: (901) 359-3547
