The purpose of the program is to bring the workings of state government alive to students.

It creates an opportunity for students to discuss current state issues with state administrators,  elected officials, and students
from high schools and YMCA's throughout the state.

Delegates participate in the final three-day event held in April at the state capitol in Harrisburg. The  conference is led by teens elected to office by their fellow delegates. The state provides facilities and volunteers act as  resources for the students while they debate the issues. Students debate and vote on the bills that their fellow delegates have written and presented. Bills that pass in committee are then taken to the floor of  the House or Senate for full debate and vote. 

 

Youth and Government meets at the Upper Main Line YMCA on Wednesdays! Come by a meeting and see what all the talk is about!