Youth In Government

COLORADO YMCA YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT IS CHANGING LIVES

"Colorado Youth in Government profoundly impacted the direction of my professional and personal life. Ten years after attending YIG, I can say that this outstanding program is the reason I am pursuing a legal career in government and land-use planning. I initially saw YIG as an opportunity to take three days of excused absences. Little did I know that I would come home from the state capitol on the third day with an adrenaline rush and a passion for government and policy that would influence my educational and career goals. Because of YIG, I majored in political science at the University of Colorado, and I am now on my way to getting my law degree so that I may someday professionally participate in the functions of Colorado’s government. Educating our young citizens about the legislative process and inciting their passions for change are the key to raising up outstanding future leaders and legislators in Colorado. No program could accomplish this better than Colorado Youth in Government." -Mary Lynn Macsalka, J.D. Candidate University of Colorado School of Law, YIG Representative – 1994, 1995, YIG Speaker of the House – 1996

The Colorado YMCA Youth In Government State Board of Directors and Adult Advisors sincerely thank you for your support of our Annual Giving Club Campaign. Thank you for making an investment to change the lives of tomorrow’s leaders

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