The Maine Youth Leadership Conference
Join young people from around the state—middle school, high school, and college-aged youth—for two days of workshops, skill-building, and connection!
This conference is designed by young people for young people and welcomes adult allies. The MYAN Youth Leadership Conference centers around discussions about youth leadership, restorative practices in schools, Black Lives Matter and anti-racism, adolescent mental health & wellness, climate justice, body positivity, LGBTQIA+ support and advocacy, social justice, college and work readiness, school climate (including student voice in education and/or bullying/harassment prevention), and issues that impact youth substance use rates.
The Conference has always been a space for youth from across the state to come together, share their passions, and get the tools they need to achieve their change-making goals. This year, the emphasis remains on meaningful connection and fun! Join us at UMaine’s Orono campus on November 3rd & 4th, 2022!
WORKSHOPS
Interactive workshops typically range from topics like youth leadership & change-making, racial justice, youth activism, storytelling, restorative justice, climate justice, indigenous rights, disability rights, LGBTQ rights, mental health, substance youth prevention and so much more!
We are welcoming youth-led workshop proposals starting September 9th!
A HYRBID EVENT
To ensure that this conference is accessible to as many young people as possible, this year’s event will be a hybrid virtual and in-person event so that no one misses out on this event! This means there are two options for attending this year’s conference.
Virtual Conference Platform
We’re still working out the details for this year’s virtual platform. Classrooms and/or individuals are welcome to join virtually. Check back in a few weeks to learn more!
COVID Vaccination Requirements
COVID-19 vaccines are strongly recommended by University of Maine and the Maine Youth Action Network. As of September 1, 2022 there is not a proof of vaccine requirement to attend the Conference. We will update this page and communicate with already-registered participants as the situation may evolve. Thank you.
FREE ATTENDANCE
Thanks to local partnerships and sponsors, we are excited to offer this year’s conference free of charge for all participants!
Complete and submit the registration form below to join us:
