YOUTH TRACK
PRESS RELEASE
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Contact: JoAnn Brant
Youth Track Coordinator
(202)564-0375
Brant.joann@epa.gov
SAIGE Announces Youth Track at Fifth 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 5th annual training conference “Blessed
By Tradition: Honoring Our Ancestors Through Government Service” in Traverse
City, Michigan, June 2-6, 2008, at the Grand Traverse 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
2008 Training Conference June 2-6, 2008 in Traverse City, Michigan. 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, 2008
To obtain a complete application visit our website at: www.saige.org under Youth Track.
We look forward to you joining us in Traverse City, Michigan.