Youth Advocacy Summit
October 5-6, 2023
Who: Grades 7-12, enrolled in afterschool program
When: 12 noon Oct 5 – 3:30 p.m. October 6
Where: Capitol Plaza Hotel, Jefferson City
THE APPLICATION DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 22!
Join Missouri youth in grades 7-12 for the Youth Advocacy Summit in Jefferson City, October 5-6! Join afterschool youth and adults from across the state who are committed to increasing opportunities for youth through afterschool programs. This Summit is sponsored by Missouri AfterSchool Network, in conjunction with your afterschool program. We will learn strategies to influence decision makers and share ideas about how to improve the lives of youth in Missouri.
Does talking to a legislator or city council member sound scary to you? You are not alone! Our goal is to help you feel more confident and develop leadership skills, even if you do not see yourself as a leader yet.
Youth
Join youth from around the state to learn to communicate with lawmakers and other leaders; advocate for afterschool programs and other issues you care about; develop leadership skills; tour the Missouri Capitol; and get to know other youth and adults with similar interests. After the summit, you will have an opportunity to continue as part of a youth afterschool council.
To apply, click on the blue button above.
Afterschool Programs
Afterschool programs can bring up to 6 youth from their programs and 1-2 staff members. Please reach out to youth who have an interest in advocacy, politics, or civic engagement to encourage them to register. MASN will cover hotel and food for youth and staff and there is no registration cost.
To apply, click on the blue button above.
Parents/ Guardians
Your youth will join others from around the state for an enriching experience to encourage involvement in their schools and communities. They will tour the capitol, learn to talk to decision makers and learn how to advocate for afterschool programs and other issues they care about. MASN will cover the cost of hotel and food and there is no registration cost.
To apply, click on the blue button above.
Questions? Call Natalie Hampton at Missouri Afterschool Network at 573-882-6332.