The 2009 Youth Leadership Congress will be held on the campus of the University of Wisconsin–River Falls, July 15-17.  As usual, a few changes have been made to the program that hopefully will improve it.  This year’s conference will include:

• An  interactive session on ”The Cooperative Difference” led by Dr. David Trechter;

• S.O.S. Players, the unique and versatile acting troupe from Hudson;

• Craig Hillier’s presentation on “Breakthrough Leadership”;

• AJ, the Animated Illusionist;

• Team Building activities led by Jim Tangen-Foster;

• Learning sessions relating to college life, alternative energy, careers in cooperatives and cooperative’s role in the community;

• An Etiquette Dinner (replaces the talent show); and

• A Hotline Demonstration.

You will find links above to materials that will assist you in promoting the Youth Congress.  The registration form, medical release form, and essay contest rules.  The registration fee for the conference is $220 per person.  We believe this is an excellent value for a quality conference.

If you have questions about the Youth Congress, please call David at (608) 258-4405.  We believe that this will be another great year at the Youth Leadership Congress!  We’ll see you in July!