The Youth Leadership Reality Workshop presents a real life simulation in which the participants select a career and make lifestyle choices. The participants then receive one month’s salary (after taxes) and must pay for their lifestyle choices at 18 booths, run by members of New York State Women, Inc. For example, depending on the size of their family, they select a housing option, to rent or own, number of bedrooms and either a base, moderate or luxury model. Based on their selection they must pay their mortgage or rent, buy insurance and purchase furniture. The participants also pay for groceries, clothing, transportation, phone and television, student loans and many other everyday expenses that the average 28-year old would incur. They also must visit the “Life’s Unexpected” booth where they draw numbers for a random event. This event may be the birth of child, a lottery windfall, or a DUI charge. Based on the event, additional expenses may be incurred. This is a great opportunity for girls to start thinking about life or preparing for the future.
Location: Radisson Hotel, Corning, NY
Date: March 3, 2012
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Target Audience: High School Girls in Grades 10-12
Applications/Cost: $60 (Includes workshop fee, lunch & snacks) Some scholarships may be available, inquire for more details)
Friday evening the girls are also invited to a special evening of pampering and dinner. We will start the evening at Atlas pizzeria for dinner at 6:00 pm then after dinner; makeovers are in order for hair, nails and make-up. The evening will conclude with a social event.
Questions, contact Kristen Stewart at [email protected].
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