Empower the next generation of leaders with the YMCA's Model UN and civic engagement programs for teens. Through hands-on experiences in diplomacy, debate, and public service, participants develop critical thinking, leadership, and advocacy skills. Join us to explore global issues, engage in meaningful discussions, and make a real impact in your community and beyond.
Model UN in New Jersey
Grades 7-12 | Students at North Hunterdon, Voorhees, Hunterdon Central, Readington Middle and JP Case Middle School participate through programs provided through their school while other interested students can participate as part of our YMCA-based group. High school and middle school students each attend separate conferences in January. Program runs September through January
Email to join: lyacullo@ymcarivercrossing.org
Model UN In Pennsylvania
Age 12-14 | Model UN introduces students to the operation and structure of the United Nations while providing an opportunity to actively learn about world cultures and debate issues of international importance through weekly meetings. The program culminates in a three-day conference at the Hershey Lodge and Conference Center at which middle school students from New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, New York and Connecticut work together to produce and debate solutions to these issues.
Fairless Hills branch
Email to join: agatto@ymcarivercrossing.org
Youth & Government New Jersey
Grades 7-12 | Students participate in the role of a NJ legislator and and propose a bill to become a future law culminating with a three-day conference. Students at North Hunterdon, Voorhees, Hunterdon Central High Schools, Readington Middle and and JP Case Middle School participate through programs provided through their school while other interested students can participate as part of our YMCA-based group. Program runs January through April.
Email to join: lyacullo@ymcarivercrossing.org
Volunteer Opportunities Available
Civic minded? Need volunteer credits? The Y provides event and program based opportunities for teens to volunteer.