10-Week Study Group
The Young American Policy Advocates (YAPA) summer program consists of 10 weeks of focused small group study on chosen topics with mentors, who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the topics. At the end of 10 weeks, each study group will show their efforts as a white paper, an advocacy campaign, or bill proposals or other proper format. It is not a requirement for students to participate in the 2-day camp in order to join the 10-week study group. The program is open to people of all ethnicity.
When
Mid-July to end of September (weekly dates to be determined by each study group and its mentors)
Where
Santa Clara County (to be determined by Mentor)
Who
High school and college students (TA positions are also available for incoming or current college students!)
Cost
$100/person (for room rental, refreshment and other program expenses)
$100/person (for room rental, refreshment and other program expenses)
Topics of Interest
using data analysis - led by Sunnyvale City Council member Michael Goldman
led by Hung Wei, former Fremont Union School Board Member
led by Rosalyn Moya, Bay Area Community Resources (BACR), and Tanya Payyappilly, Breath California