Meet the Next Youth Observer!
Rosemary Dodd has been elected 2013-14 Youth Observer for the Unitarian Universalist Association Board of Trustees. As a junior from Petaluma, California, Rosemary says that her “experiences on this regional level have motivated me to serve on a national one” and is honored by the opportunity. Congratulations, Rosemary! If you want to get to know Rosemary a little better, click here to check out her campaign video. Thanks to our other candidates, Nora Collins and Erick Ditmars, for their participation in this year’s election. Over 130 youth from a dozen congregations participate in this year’s voting process, thanks to all those who voted as well! —– The Youth Observer is a one-year position on the Unitarian Universalist…
Summer Youth Justice Training: Apply by April 28.
Deadline for summer fun and justice – 4 days and counting… This transformative three-week social justice training for high school youth offers interactive social justice education and real-world internships. Participants will create community across differences and leave with a deeper understanding of themselves and social justice in a program grounded in Unitarian Universalist values and practices Youth who attended high school during the 2012-2013 school year are invited to apply. Cost reductions are available by application. To read the program description, download a program brochure or contact the UUSCJ with your questions, CLICK HERE. Use the UUCSJ online form to apply here.
All in to Vote for Youth Observer!
Mobilize! Elect a leading youth voice in Unitarian Universalist affairs. Participating in the election of the 2013-2014 Youth Observer to the UUA Board of Trustees is an easy way to ensure that the youth perspective is included in the discussion on a national level of Unitarian Universalism. Electing the candidate best able to represent all UU youth depends on as many youths voting as possible (and the larger the turnout, the larger the mandate the Youth Observer commands when representing youth to the Board of Trustees). Ballots must be received by MONDAY, APRIL 29th. Use this comprehensive guide to the candidates and voting process and GET OUT THE VOTE! Learn…
Youth Observer Candidate Videos
More than just an observation Watch the three announced candidates describe how they envision serving in the role of Youth Observer to the Unitarian Universalist Association Board of Trustees for the term 2013-2014. Click here to view their self-produced candidate videos on the YaYA Vimeo channel. Or view them directly in the order they were received here: Voting for the Youth Observer is now open. Click here to learn more!
Summer Leadership Schools for Youth
Take the lead, not the lead. Summer Leadership Schools are a great opportunity to build your leadership skills, explore your spirituality and grow as a Unitarian Universalist youth. But don’t just take my word for it. The Central East Regional Group recently shared this video to promote their two leadership schools for youth this summer. (click on the image below to watch the video). CERG will hold two schools this summer: July 31-Aug 3 and August 20-24. Leadership schools are also being held in the Pacific Northwest District, the Northern New England District, the Mid-America Region, and the Southeast District. These schools are open to youth in those areas, and in many cases,…
NEW: Summer Seminary for Youth!
Examine your Call We’re excited to announce a new program for youth who have considered becoming a minister or religious professional! Summer Seminary is a three-day, affordable experience for high school students (in grades 10-12 or equivalent for the 2012-13 school year), hosted in Boston by the Unitarian Universalist Association and the New England Region. It is open to all youth in Unitarian Universalist congregations who have thought about a career as a professional religious leader. The life of being a minister or a religious educator is a rewarding and unique one. Through Summer Seminary, participants will examine their own sense of mission, or “call” to become a UU religious leader, and engage in worship, discussion…
Youth Obsv Deadline Extended
Youth now have until April 1 to apply to be a candidate for Youth Observer to the UUA Board of Trustees! This exciting position is elected each year by youth groups in congregations across the Unitarian Universalist Association, and the Youth Observer attends each meeting of the Board (expense paid) to participate as a non-voting member in all Board discussions. The Youth Observer gets an in-depth look at how our UU leaders operate and a chance to contribute their voice to the leadership of our faith. Want to know more about the position? Read our February 28 post about the Youth Observer, or check out the Youth Observer page on uua.org. Email cmcdonald@uua.org with any questions….
Scott Jackoway: Luminary Leader
Luminary Leaders is a recognition program for youth. Throughout the year, we’ll showcase recently recognized leaders here on Blue Boat. This profile highlights a recent bridger who was honored for his outstanding contributions to UU youth communities– Ed. Name: Scott Jackoway Congregation: UU Church of Indianapolis District: Heartland Leadership Highlights: Attendee and two-time staffer at the Youth MidWest Leadership School; District Youth Steering Committee member and chair, and Con Dean. Scott Jackoway was recognized as part of the first group of Luminary Leaders for his service and leadership while he was a youth. When he applied the people recommending highlighted Scott’s joy, humor, creativity, intelligence and breadth of experience as strong gifts that…
Awesome Does ‘Cause Awesome Is
Who’s the MOST AWESOME Youth You Know? This AWESOME youth IS – Thoughtful – Has a good sense of self – Can handle a learning-curve – Enjoys working with adults – Wants to be a voice for youth for the leaders of our denomination The Youth Observer to the UUA Board of Trustees is a unique opportunity for a youth to influence the future of the Association! This is an exciting time to be Youth Observer with the transition of Board members, a new Moderator, and a brand-new structure for the Board. Encourage the MOST AWESOME youth you know to apply to be a candidate for the election to be the Youth Observer here….
Youth Observer Election – Term 2013–14
Youth Leadership Opportunity: YO to the UUA Board of Trustees A new Youth Observer (YO) to the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) Board of Trustees is elected by Unitarian Universalist (UU) youth in a national election every year before General Assembly. The Youth Observer to the Board is an important, national leadership position held by a UU youth. Learn about the position of Youth Observer to the UUA Board of Trustees Apply to run for the position of Youth Observer to the UUA Board of Trustees Youth Observer 2012-’13 Election Timeline March 21: Youth Observer candidate applications due March 30: Youth Observer candidate info, voting ballots available; voting opens April 23: Youth Observer voting ballots must be…
