Application for GENERAL COUNCIL YOUTH FORUM 2025

We are so pleased that you are applying for Youth Forum 2025! Thank you for your interest. Each of the three regions will be able to send 6 participants ages 15-25 to this gathering of 100 youth that will take place as part of General Council 45 of The United Church of Canada. The due date for applications is December 20, 2024

Make sure you have done or gathered the following information before you start this application:

: the name and contact information of a person you chatted with about this opportunity. We want you to have discussed this with someone who you trust who will help guide you in making the decision to apply. It could be a teacher, minister, youth group leader, family member - someone who feels this would be an amazing opportunity for you and for the church and, : if you are under 18, the name and contact information for your parent or guardian.

A. Contact Information

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First things first, what is your name?(Required)
Full Mailing Address
Birthdate(Required)

B. Youth Forum Commitment (I WILL BE ABLE TO ATTEND IN FULL THE FOLLOWING)

The commitment to Youth Forum is significant. Please make sure you read through this agreement carefully before responding to the question.

Online Meetings

Youth Forum - Sunday, April 6, 3 to 5 pm CDT - This will be an opportunity to meet and connect with other youth forum delegates before the first meeting with all the General Council participants; GC45 - Sunday, April 27, from 3 to 6 pm CDT (Orientation to General Council); GC45 - Sunday, June 22, from 3:30 to 6 pm CDT (Opening of General Council); and GC45 - Saturday, June 28, from 10 am to 1 pm CDT and 3 to 6 pm CDT (Learning and Discussion sessions).

IN Person Meetings

Youth Forum at General Council 45 Gathering in Calgary - August 5-12, 2025 Inclusive Accommodation, travel, food and supply costs will be covered for the in-person event
I can commit to be in attendance to all of the events listed above:*(Required)
Leave blank if not applicable.
Please enter a valid phone number
Is it ok if we contact this person as a reference for you?(Required)

C. Parent/Guardian Information

(for all the participants under the age of 18)
Parent/Guardian Name
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