Call for Workshops: NYLC Conference

Posted by on August 22, 2003

The 15th annual National Service-Learning Conference will be in Orlando, Florida on March 28-31, 2004. In the center of a large and fast-growing state that is itself central to national affairs (aging populations, immigration, education, politics, and election reform), Orlando provides an excellent platform to explore and celebrate the key role of service-learning in building a stronger democracy.

The 2004 conference theme, “Citizens Not Spectators: Fulfilling the Promise of Democracy,” highlights service-learning pedagogy as a central strategy for bridging the instruction of civic knowledge and skills with opportunities for active service. In these times of uncertainty and unrest, the greatest need of a lively democracy is an active citizenry; to reinvigorate our democracy, we must start with young people.

For this conference, we seek strong proposals which explore how schools, higher education institutions and community-based organizations form partnerships to meet both the educational goals of students and the needs of their communities. The conference committee is particularly interested in interactive workshops, panels, demonstrations, and presentations which address the topics highlighted in the conference strands. These strands are meant to inspire a broad topical range. Across all strands, we assume youth and intergenerational involvement, and the capacity to address issues of diversity.

Proposals by and/or including young people and from international participants are strongly encouraged.

To submit a proposal, download the application from the conference website at http://www.nylc.org and proceed according to the instructions.

Rebecca Cape
National Youth Leadership Council
1667 Snelling Ave. North, Ste. D300
St. Paul, MN 55108
651-999-7365
Fax 651-999-7399
http://www.nylc.org