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Democracy must be learned by each generation.
YMCA Youth and Government™ in Oregon is a civic engagement program that prepares high school students to actively participate in government. Part of a nationwide initiative, Oregon’s program offers model government simulations, hands-on leadership experiences, and advocacy and service-learning activities that build knowledge, skills, leadership, and civic responsibility.
Learn more about the history of YMCA Youth and Government
IMPORTANT DATES: 81st Legislative Conference: - April 8-10, 2027, Salem, Oregon 2026 Fall YAG Kickoff: - TBD Officer Candidate Declarations - TBD Pre-Legislative Assembly and Officer Elections: - February 2027 Final Measure Submission Due Date - March 2027 |
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Learn more about our Conference | Measure drafting guides & templates | Standing Rules, Amendments, & More |
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2026 Oregon Youth & Government Delegations: Beaverton YMCA (Westview HS) Corvallis High School, Corvallis Crescent Valley High School, Corvallis Dayton High School, Dayton Eugene Family YMCA, Eugene Lake Oswego High School, Lake Oswego Lincoln High School, Portland Sherwood High School, Sherwood Tillamook High School, Tillamook West Salem High School, Salem West Albany High School, Albany |
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