Youth Civic Leadership Academy (YCLA)
City of Pittsburgh
IntermediatePittsburgh, PAMarch 15 annually10 weeks, 4 hrs/week
Selected high school students participate in a 10‑week program that includes weekly workshops on public policy, a mentorship with a city council member, and a capstone project where they design a community improvement proposal presented to city officials.
Eligibility
Grades 9‑12; Pittsburgh or Allegheny County residents; minimum GPA 3.0; U.S. citizenship or legal residency.
Skills you'll gain
Policy analysisPublic speakingProject managementStakeholder engagement
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