Idaho Drug Free Youth | Leadership Academy

Leadership Academy

February 3-5, 2012
Quaker Hill Conference Center, McCall, ID

The DRUG FREE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is a collaborative effort by Idaho prevention organizations to develop and mobilize Idaho’s most committed drug free teens to take action in their schools and communities. The academy will provide drug education, media training, and an opportunity to develop action plans. Youth participants will be inspired to become their communities’ most vocal activists for positive peer influence and drug-free choices.

What is it?
The Drug Free Leadership Academy is made up of three-phases.

Phase 1: Advocacy Training
Students will take part in a weekend retreat, receiving training on youth advocacy, working with the media, public policy, drug trends, marijuana, underage drinking, prescription drugs, and tobacco education.

Phase 2: Project Development
Students will develop a media-driven advocacy project to be implemented in their communities during the Spring of 2012.

Phase 3: Implementation
Graduation from the Drug Free Leadership Academy will require successful implementation of advocacy projects and will include public recognition from state leaders.

Who Can Apply?
Idaho students in the 9th, 10th, and 11th grade are eligible to apply for one of 50 scholarships.

How to Apply
A limited number of spots are available, and students will be selected to attend the academy based on an online application process. 50 scholarships are available and will be awarded regionally with up to 3 from each community eligible. Scholarships cover the cost of the training, food and lodging, and transporation to and from the event. Applications will be available from December 27th-January 10th. Students will be notified about their acceptance by January 11th. The scholarship application deadline has passed. High School students may still attend by completing the registration below.

Who Else Can Attend?
High school students, college students, and adults who work with IDFY Chapters, community coalitions, and other drug-prevention or youth programs may register to attend. Adult participants will engage in drug and alcohol prevention-based workshops, providing them with training on helping students implement youth-advocacy projects and use the media to make projects successful. Registration for adult and college-age participants is $150 ($200 with bus transportation). Adult registration will close January 20, 2012.