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If you are interested in getting involved or have questions, contact us. You can join anytime during the year. Don't worry if you missed the first meetings.

> Monthly meetings

> Weekly twitter chats

> Regular dialogues with officials

> and more!

 

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Read about MYV 2011 leader Jalen Feaster

Read what Aidan McConnell, Jalen Feaster, Tyiste Taylor and Henry Schoenhoff say about CMS

Watch Maya Fleming, Aidan McConnell and Jalen Feaster question school board candidates

Make a difference at school and in the community

Are you interested in the community? Serve in a leadership role or want to develop leadership skills? Write for your school's newspaper or blog about current events and government? Want to make a difference on school and community issues that impact youth?

Join Charlotte's youth leaders

All high school students are invited to participate in the Youth Leadership Alliance, Mecklenburg's youth council. Our goal is participation from 100% of area high schools. Make sure that you and your school are represented! The program is part of GenerationNation, a nonprofit K-12 education organization that partners with schools, youth programs and governments to educate and engage students to lead in their schools, communities and nation.

Tackle school and government policies and issues

Meet students who want to make a difference. Have important conversations with local leaders. Gain leadership skills and knowledge about government. Make a difference at your school and in our community. Activities include:

  • Provide a youth perspective to help leaders make informed decisions on issues impacting students. Charlotte's youth council!
  • Build leadership and communication skills, and collaborate with other student leaders
  • Link your school to community leaders and government - and work with other students to build a Charlotte Mecklenburg Youth Council
  • Discuss important issues with government officials and policy makers
  • Learn about government, leaders and issues
  • Question candidates for County Commission, Mayor and School Board
  • Give feedback to community leaders on planning, policy and issues
  • Talk with Charlotte Observer editors and report and other news media about their coverage of youth and important issues
  • Weigh in on budget decisions
  • Advise and participate in other GenerationNation efforts

Community Leaders

Want to hear what students think about issues impacting youth? Contact us to set up a conversation with the Youth Leadership Council/YouthVoice or to schedule a student forum.

2012-13 Meeting Schedule

Be sure you are on the  email list and check Facebook for updates. Most meetings are 6-8 PM at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center, 600 E 4th Street 28202. Contact info@generationnation.org to sign up or for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Educating and engaging K-12 students to lead.

Smart, fun programs tied to Common Core and other educational goals connect classroom learning with hands-on experiences to build civic literacy and develop young people as effective citizens and leaders. Get involved today!