Conference with Youth Track - and short deadline for scholarships

Courtesy of our friend Philip Tinker:

SAIGE Announces Youth Track at Sixth Annual National Training Conference

The Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) is the only
national Non- profit organization that advocates for American Indian and
Alaska Native Government employees. SAIGE will host their 8th annual
training conference, “Service, Honor, Respect: Strengthening our
Cultures and Communities,” June 13-17, 2011 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the
Cherokee Hard Rock Hotel.

As part of the Training Conference, SAIGE will also host the annual
Native Youth Track. This program is designed to provide Native American
students an opportunity to learn about careers within the federal
government, to participate in professional and personal development
workshops and training, and to network with Native American
professionals.

SAIGE encourages Native American youth to realize their potential to
become leaders in their communities and schools, continue their
education by obtaining a college degree, and ultimately, to seek a
career in the government sector in one of the multitude of civil service
professions. Federal agency representatives attending the conference
have the opportunity to meet students, participate as Exhibitors, and
promote career opportunities within their respective agencies.

SAIGE is offering a limited number of scholarships for Native students
to attend the 2011 Training Conference June 13-17, 2011 in Tulsa,
Oklahoma.  The scholarships will include conference fee, airfare, hotel
accommodations and per diem for meals.

The Youth Track is open to Native Students between the ages of 18 and 25
who can demonstrate they are currently enrolled in good standing at an
accredited high school, college or university. Students must be
interested in gaining a professional degree and in the possibility of
pursing a career with the federal government. SAIGE invites American
Indian/Alaska Native students to submit their application form, letter
of reference, proof of school enrollment, and completed emergency
medical information form for consideration to attend the conference. A
short essay about their interest in government careers and information
about themselves is also required. Completed application packets must be
postmarked or electronic copies sent no later then April 15, 2011. To
obtain a complete application visit our website at: www.saige.org
under Youth Track.

We look forward to you joining us in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Contact: JoAnn Brant
Youth Track Coordinator
(202) 564-0375
Brant.joann@epa.gov