Advisors Frequently Asked Questions

What are my basic responsibilities as a Delegation Advisor?
You should work with the delegation officers and members to see that students are gaining valuable learning and leadership experience through planning and participating in Youth in Government activities (local meetings, conferences, fundraisers, etc.).

How much time will I be expected to spend each month supervising my delegation’s activities?
Much will depend on how well your delegation officers fulfill their duties. If they take their jobs seriously, you can expect to spend 2-5 hours per month on Youth in Government. This does not include the time you will spend with your delegation at Mane YMCA Youth in Government Conferences.

Am I doing this all by myself?
No, you have a wide array of resources at your disposal. Ideally you will be paired with another advisor – we like to have a minimum of two advisors for each delegation. In addition to having a co-advisor, you may call the State Office at any time for help.

Do I attend every conference with my delegation?
Yes, you are required to attend every conference with your delegation. The only exception would be Officer Development – this conference is organized by the State Director and utilizes Resource Staff.

How does the delegation pay for its projects and activities?
Any extra expenses should be figured into the delegation’s budget.

At the Augusta Weekend, where do Advisor's Stay ?

Advisors make their own arrangements for stay in Augusta Hotel, the YIG Office can help with hotel information. Delegations wanting to stay at Camp, advisors are expected to stay with delegation.

Cost for Hotel should be figured into your delegations budget.

What about my expenses?
Any extra expenses should be figured into the delegation’s budget. Advisors are not charged a fee to participate in YIG.

Should delegation activities take place during school or at other times?
Most activities will take place outside of the school day. Meetings, fundraisers and conferences are scheduled in the afternoon, evening, or on weekends so not to conflict with a student’s studies. The Model Legislature Conference begins on a Friday, so delegates will miss one day of school.

How will the members, the school, the community, and the advisor benefit from YMCA Youth in Government?
Membership in Youth in Government can help students stand up for their beliefs among their peers and grow in leadership. The school and community will benefit from having a group of young people working together to serve others. As an advisor, you will benefit by seeing young people grow mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually because of your encouragement.

When should we get started ?
Advisors should begin recruitment as soon as possible and plan to meet early in the school year. Up through the Model Legislature in Augusta Session in November.  A wrap up meeting after the conference is also suggested. This helps delegates keep in touch with the program and provides advisors with the opportunity for important feedback and closure. Advisors should read and understand all suggested material prior to each meeting.

Where do I find information about the program ?
If you can’t find the answer on this website please call the Youth in Government Office at 377-9686, or email at winymca@aol.com