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Youth Tour

Youth Tour 2024: June 17-21

Northern Neck Electric Cooperative invites students to seize a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore the heart of the United States. Join us for the Youth Tour 2024 on June 17th, where up to 4 talented students will embark on an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C.

Overview

  • Youth Tour Trip Dates: June 17 through June 21, 2024
  • Application Period: November 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024. Don’t miss this window to submit your application!
  • Selection of Winners: 4 deserving students will be chosen for this incredible educational adventure.
  • All-Expenses-Paid Trip: Winners will enjoy a fully-funded journey, complete with travel, accommodations, and immersive activities in Washington, D.C.

How to Apply: Ready to be part of this educational excursion? Find the application form below and take the first step towards an unforgettable experience.

What is the Government-in-Action Youth Tour?

  • Every June, as many as 1,800 high school students from across the country spend a week in the nation’s capital as part of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour.
  • The students are sponsored by electric cooperatives – cooperatives that are committed to educating America’s rural youth about America and the role electric cooperatives play in developing strong rural communities.
  • Participants in the Youth Tour will:
    • Learn about this great nation
    • Develop leadership skills
    • Gain a better understanding of electric cooperatives
    • Make friendships that will last beyond the week
  • During the Youth Tour, one student from each state is selected to come back to Washington, D.C. in July and represent the state on the NRECA Youth Leadership Council (YLC). The YLC conference is focused on the electric cooperative industry. These students will also make presentations at their statewide and local cooperative annual meetings.

Rules and Eligibility Requirements

  • The main residence must be served by Northern Neck Electric Cooperative
  • Must be a current high school sophomore or junior
  • Must be interested in Government, History, Political Science, or similar
  • The selection of the finalists will be based on the application, letter of recommendation, and essay.
  • Winners must be able to attend the Washington Youth Tour if selected.

Application