Youth & Government
An experiential leadership learning and development program for middle and high school students
Choose Your Program to Learn More
Select the middle or high school experience to explore details, dates, and how to get started with Youth & Government. Financial assistance is available!
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High School: Model Legislature and Court
9th - 12th gradeThis is a 6-month hands-on program for high school students to explore the value of democracy.
Sep 2025 - Feb 2026 $1400Details arrow_forward -
Middle School: Model United Nations
6th - 8th gradeThe program allows middle school students to discuss global issues, explore cultures, and build essential skills.
Jan 2025 - May 2025 $720Details arrow_forward
Vision & Mission
We strengthen students' understanding of the principles of a democratic society so they will become the next generation of thoughtful and active citizens.
We provide middle and high school students with an experiential leadership learning and development program by modeling United Nations and California’s legislature and courts. Our Y&G prides itself in providing quality educational and civic engagement programming that offer our student “delegates” with the following skills to help them transition and succeed with ease from high school through college graduation:
- Leadership skills
- Public speaking
- Research and writing skills
- Core values and teamwork
- Study skills
- Critical thinking skills
Empower Future Leaders – Become a Y&G Volunteer!
Inspire the next generation—volunteer with our Youth & Government program and help students develop leadership, public speaking, and critical thinking skills through real-world civic engagement.
To become an advisor or learn more about the role, contact Program Director Jared Fields at jfields@ymcaeastbay.org or 510-542-2129.
