Democracy must be learned by each generation. YMCA Youth and Government™ in Oregon is a civic engagement program empowering high school students to participate in government. Part of a nationwide initiative, Oregon's program offers model government simulations, hands-on leadership experience, and advocacy and service-learning activities to foster civic responsibility. Announcements: We are returning to the Capitol for our 79th Program Year! Registration is now open. Deadline: Jan. 8 Pre-Legislative Assembly - January 11, 2025 Elected Officer Training - February 12, 2025 Legislative Conference - February 13-15, 2025 Willamette University, Withnell YMCA, and Oregon State Capitol, Salem NEW DELEGATIONS (Registration is open) No need for returning delegations to re-register. | Thank you to the Oregon State Capitol Foundation for their support of the program and delegations in the 2024-25 Oregon YMCA Youth and Government Program. We are excited to be returning to the Capitol this year! |