Macon-Bibb County and Middle Georgia State University are hosting the Third Annual Youth Leadership Summit on October 6 and 7 in the University’s Student Life Center. This year’s Summit includes a dedicated symposium for Youth Advisors, two days of sessions for youth leaders, and working with youth leaders from Japan.
 
More than 100 students in youth leadership programs (including the Macon-Bibb County Youth Commission) will work on team building through classroom learning and other activities, strengthen their connection to local government, explore diverse careers, test decision making skills as elected officials, and learn what to expect while preparing for life after high school. Speakers include representatives from governments in Georgia and South Carolina, from Macon-Bibb and Middle Georgia State University, and state and national organizations.
 
“The Summit is designed to help these students grow as leaders, both within their high schools now and in the future as they transition to college and later as leaders in their communities,” says Charles Coney, Macon-Bibb County Assistant County Manager. “Over the year, the Youth Leadership Summit has proven to be a great adventure, learning experience, and networking opportunity for young leaders across Georgia.”