NC YMCA Youth And Government Annual Conference
Raleigh, NC
Each annual YMCA Youth & Government Conference brings together diverse students from across the state to experience the governmental process first-hand through a unique “youth-run, youth-led” model. Delegates can select from a myriad of roles in which to participate in the program and annual conference.
Scholarships to the Annual Conference are available based on financial need. You can apply for a scholarship by filling out this form.
Registration for the Annual Youth & Government Conference opens yearly in September. The conference is held in February.
As part of the program, delegates are eligible to sign up for our legislative or court of appeals program, applications must be submitted to be considered for specialty area roles such as media, mock trial, lobbyist, budget analyst, governor’s cabinet, or officer positions. Click here to apply before the deadline listed on our calendar.
Judicial
Participate in mock trials or appeals cases, act as court officials, and develop a clear understanding of the judicial process in both criminal courts and appeals courts
Media
Learn how to report on the conference. Write blogs, take photos, produce video content, and participate in the creative process via digital and social media.
Elected & Appointed Officials
Run for one of several elected positions at the NC Youth and Government Conference. Most positions require specific experience qualifications.