Student participants in the Kentucky Rural Electric Washington Youth Tour may apply to be Kentucky’s representative to the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Youth Leadership Council (YLC). The YLC is composed of one representative from each of the 46 states that participate in the Youth Tour. YLC members have the opportunity for additional free travel and leadership training.

YLC Activities

NRECA Youth Leadership Conference

July -- Washington, DC

At this three-day workshop, all 46 YLC representatives will have the opportunity to hone their public speaking skills, develop their leadership skills, and enhance their understanding of politics.  Group recreational activities will also be provided.

Kentucky Association of Electric Cooperatives Annual Meeting

November -- Louisville, KY

Kentucky’s YLC representative will deliver a brief (5-7 minutes) luncheon speech about his or her experiences in Washington, DC, at this meeting of electric cooperative leaders from across Kentucky.

NRECA Annual Meeting

February -- New Orleans, LA

All 46 YLC representatives will assist the NRECA staff with the conduct of the NRECA annual meeting.  YLC responsibilities at this six-day meeting will include participating in the meeting’s opening assembly, staffing information booths, learning about energy issues, and assisting with committee meetings.  Group recreational activities will also be provided. 

Meet Kentucky’s 2007-2008 YLC Representative