Youth Leadership Program offered in D.C. for "leaders of tomorrow" (05/05/02)

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Youth Leadership Program offered in D.C. for "leaders of tomorrow"

by Miriam Bates

WASHINGTON - The U.S.-Ukraine Foundation (USUF) announced the first annual Youth Leadership Program to be held in Washington, on August 3-9, for students who are interested in U.S.-Ukraine relations in the overall U.S. community or the Ukrainian American community.

The new program is a USUF initiative to encourage the next generation of the Ukrainian-American community to participate in local, national and global affairs.

"We invite young men and women who consider themselves 'leaders for tomorrow' to enjoy this 'Washington experience,' " said USUF President Nadia Komarnycka McConnell. "Participants will have the chance to learn about the public policy process firsthand with players, to learn important leadership skills, and how to take a more active role. We hope that through our program, the students will have the confidence and the knowledge to actively participate in their communities," said Ms. McConnell.

USUF Vice-President John A. Kun added, "Students will develop an increased awareness of Ukraine in the global perspective and will learn the importance of the Ukrainian American community in U.S.-Ukraine relations. By meeting professionals in government and non-profit sectors, students will also better understand the various Washington career choices available to them."

U.S. students ages 18-20 who are entering or in college will be eligible. Program costs (for program activities and transport) and lodging will be free. Some group meals will also be without cost. Students will be responsible for their transport to and from Washington, meals, personal spending money and non-program activities. The deadline for applications is May 24.

Please check USUF's website www.usukraine.org, for further details. If you would like to receive further program specifics/applications, please e-mail the Foundation at miriam@usukraine.org RE: Youth Leadership Program 2002.

The U.S.-Ukraine Foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental organization established in 1991 to facilitate democratic development, encourage free market reform and enhance human rights in Ukraine. The Foundation creates and sustains channels of communication between the United States and Ukraine for the purpose of building peace and prosperity through shared democratic values.

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