Youth in Government

The Colorado YMCA’s Youth in Government Program gives students first-hand knowledge of how government works.

Every year, students learn about the state’s democratic system and how laws and government shape people’s lives. They explore all major aspects of state government, filling roles as politicians, lobbyists, attorneys and journalists.

Youth in Government is a three-month leadership program that lets you get involved and get ahead with: 

• Real-life experience as a legislator, lobbyist, judge or journalist
• Improve skills in public speaking, writing, law, and debate
• Demonstrate initiative and leadership that the future will require -- and colleges will look for!

This program is ideal for students who are interested in:

• Law
• Journalism
• Government
• Any field that requires critical thinking and presentation skills including sales, marketing, engineering, technology and more 

Get involved! Financial assistance is available here.