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    Lead On! For Peace and Equality in Alaska

    Lead On! is a committed group of youth and adults from across Alaska thatsave-the-date-lead-on are interested in positively impacting their communities.  Lead On! youth and adults work on projects in their communities to promote non-violence and equality in communities.  If you are interested in attending the 2010 Lead On Conference, which will be held Oct. 9-11, 2010 in Anchorage. Click here for a 2010 Lead On! Application. Parents looking for more information, click here to download a letter containing a parent overview for  Lead On!

    What Projects are Youth and Adults Working on in Alaska?

    Youth completed projects that promoted individual, community, or relationship wellness.  Youth from across the state carried out mini-campaigns in their schools, raised funds, held awareness events, hosted poetry contests, or showed youth-created films or digital stories in their community.

    What is the Lead On! Mini-summit?

    Lead On! is a two and half day conference for youth leaders (age 13-18) and community partners across Alaska.  Participants come together to develop leadership skills for promoting peace and equality that can be used in home communities.

    What Do Youth Leaders and Community Partners Do at the Mini-summit?

    • Youth-led workshops, nationally recognized speakers, and major fun!
    • See what youth and community partners are doing across the state.
    • Use theatre, art, and media to improve their leadership skills
    • Share information and projects from your community.
    • Have fun with musicians, actors, activists, business leaders, and Alaska youth
    • Develop ideas to promote peace and equality in your community
    • Learn more about youth and adult project partnerships.
    • Hiking, outdoor activities, networking, and much more!

    More pictures from the 2009 Lead On Mini-Summit!:

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  • Lead On! For Peace and Equality

    The Lead On! Summit is a fun and exciting conference for teens. It's free and we pay all your travel and expenses to come to Anchorage to learn about how to be a leader in your community. Grab a friend, download our application and take a risk. It's lots of fun and a really great chance to meet new friends and learn new skills.

    Don't miss your chance. Download an application and fill it out now.