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California YMCA Youth & Government
Quarterly Newsletter - April 2024 |
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23rd Model United Nations |
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April 26th-28th- So Cal
May 3rd-5th- Nor Cal
California YMCA Youth & Government is closing in on our final event of the year for our 23rd Model United Nations. Our Ambassadors, representing more than 60 countries, spend a Saturday learning their roles at our one-day training events. Then they will put their learning into action at our 3-day Summit events. Ambassadors will advocate for their countries as they write resolutions, debate important issues, and overall try to advance the UN’s Sustainable Development Programme. |
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California YMCA Youth & Government Leadership Updates! |
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77th MLC Youth Leadership |
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As a youth driven organization we are proud of our youth leadership who take on significant roles in all aspects of our organization. We are pleased to introduce our delegate leadership for the 77th Model Legislature & Court.
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77th Youth Governor- Itzak Salazar
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77th Secretary of State- Brianna Alagba (Gardena-Carson)
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77th Chief Justice- Brooke Drew
(East Valley)
We are excited to see these delegates lead us into another year of amazing accomplishments. |
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76th MLC Recap Video! |
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Volunteer Board of Managers Welcome New Members |
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One of the most important components of Cal Y Y&G leadership is our Board of Managers. We are proud to boast an amazing group of individuals who work hard to make sure we can provide excellent programs each year. We would like to welcome the following new members:
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Roxanne Gould: President, Gould Government Relations
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Catherine Piotrowski, ‘25, (Torrance-South Bay)
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Isabella Gorenec, ‘25, (Sonoma)
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Lydia Pochueva, ‘25, (Diablo Valley)
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Kasey Babb, ‘25, (Torrance-South Bay)
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76th MLC Media Program |
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Check out the periodical that was published by our media program at the 76th Model Legislature & Court! Delegate reporters attended daily press briefings, interviewed fellow delegates, and wrote some amazing pieces. |
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California Delegates Go National |
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Conference on National Affairs |
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We are proud to be sending California youth to the Conference on National Affairs (CONA) again this summer. This transformative 10-day trip broadens horizons, promotes understanding, and creates lasting memories for the student leaders and volunteers who make this special journey. We could not make this experience possible without the support of generous donors like you, so please consider sponsoring a delegate with your gift today. |
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Every Dollar Helps! |
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National Judicial Competition |
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Hot off our victory at the 2023 National Judicial Competition (NJC) where our own 75th MLC Chief Justice Katherine Beck received the Outstanding Justice award, we are preparing to send another talented, driven, and passionate group of youth and volunteers to this rigorous and rewarding annual gathering of great minds. NJC delegates and alumni often become compassionate leaders in their communities, working with others to improve the lives of many. Your contribution to this important program ensures that no one is left behind due to inability to pay. |
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Partners in Educational Excellence Award 2023 |
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California YMCA Youth & Government was awarded the Association of California School Administrator's (ACSA) Partners in Educational Excellence Award for 2023. This award is presented annually in recognition of exemplary school-community partnership programs that promote effective educational performance, enhanced student achievement and strong community involvement in educational quality. Cal Y Y&G was recognized this past fall for our contributions to student achievement and delegates' civic engagement. |
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Staffing Updates |
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In the past two years of dedicated service, Dan Powell, in partnership with Mari Bassel, brought Cal Y Y&G out of the pandemic, challenging virtual times and back to in-person programming. Dan’s outstanding leadership as he worked side by side with statewide Y CEOs, volunteers, branches, and staff set the foundation for a solid and thriving 77th year and beyond. We wish Dan all the best as he focuses on additional line officer duties for the LA Y as well as completing an ambitious branch capital campaign.
Now we are pleased to be joined by Lisa Van Ingen Pope, Senior Vice President, YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, who will be leading our efforts to increase student access to all of our Cal Y Y&G programs. With a background in board and financial development, volunteerism, alumni relations, and more, Lisa looks forward to creating the connections that will secure the resources needed to fulfill our mission. |
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