SEEKING YOUTH 13-19 YEARS OLD TO SERVE AS
YOUTH DELEGATES
Please Join the Douglas County Partnership of Governments
and the Douglas County Youth Initiative
for
YOUTH CONGRESS 2010
At the State Capitol
Friday, September 24th
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
with a keynote address by
JONNY 5 & BRER RABBIT
of
FLOBOTS
Youth Congress is an annual event that brings youth together with
local and state-level elected officials to work on
analyzing policies and laws that affect Douglas County
kids and families every day. Youth learn about the policy analysis
process, make connections with the people who represent
their interests, and gain confidence that they can affect
laws and processes that impact them.
THIS YEAR'S ISSUES WILL INCLUDE:
Medical Marijuana
Laws That Affect Homeless Youth & Families
Curfew Laws in Douglas County
Criminal Justice System & Disabilities
Access to Affordable Transportation
SIGN UP TODAY!
Have you ever wished that things were better or more fair?
Be a Youth Delegate and make a difference in
Douglas County & the state of Colorado!
A Youth Congress fact sheet and the agenda for this year's event
are attached to this email.
GET INVOLVED. GET HEARD.
To register or for more information:
Call or email Carla
303.688.4825, x5327
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