YMCA Youth & Government California (MLC)
Students draft legislation or argue court cases in local delegations, then attend statewide Training & Elections and Sacramento events as elected officials, lawyers, and judges.
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) – District 5150
Free multi-day leadership camp for Bay Area HS students (Marin, SF, San Mateo) on citizenship, ethics, and community leadership.
Reagan Foundation – Great American Leadership Program
Residential leadership program studying presidential leadership through workshops, crisis simulations, and Reagan Library access.
We the People – California
Students study the Constitution and testify as constitutional experts in simulated congressional hearings; state champion advances to nationals in D.C.
American Legion Dept. of California Oratorical Contest
Students deliver prepared/impromptu speeches on the U.S. Constitution, advancing through Post/District/Area/Department finals.
California State Assembly Student Internship Program
Students work in an Assemblymember's district office on constituent services, outreach, and civic events.
Girl Up
Students start/join a club organizing advocacy campaigns and fundraising on gender equity and global girls' policy issues; can apply as Teen Advisors.