November 19, 2014 at 4:38 p.m.
Diversity Club attends YPCL Conference
Diversity Club attends YPCL Conference
While at the event, club members presented a breakout session about some of the activities they have led and the results they have recorded during their last two years of programming. YPCL is designed as an opportunity for teens from around the state of Wisconsin to network, learn about the structure of various youth-driven programs, gain activity ideas and increase leadership skills. The youth who attend the conference are currently active in their schools, communities, or advocacy groups. The weekend camp atmosphere enables event planners to facilitate outdoor team-building and recreation activities in addition to the normal conference workshops.
Besides leading a breakout session, Diversity Club members led a roundtable discussion, attended sessions presented by other groups, experimented in raising awareness on issues through social media use, listened to several guest speakers, participated in a talent show, and engaged in future conference planning and election voting. During team time, Diversity Club members created an action plan for use during this next school year and then shared that plan with others. Two Diversity Club members have now volunteered to be a part of the YPCL planning committee for next year. Youth as Partners in Civic Leadership is sponsored by UW-Extension and is a coalition of youth and adults representing state-wide organizations in Wisconsin that promote greater youth and adult involvement in civic life.
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