The MLK Commission operates a Youth Ambassador program for students ages 14-21. Youth become knowledgeable about the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and how his principles of nonviolence affect their lives; the fundamentals of community service; advocacy; and leadership skills. The program is being expanded to include youth from cities across the state, particularly those represented by the Commission. The Commission will establish leadership/mentorship programs in each community that currently conducts MLK-related activities. These youth will then be eligible to participate in programs and activities of the Youth Ambassador program as well as the Annual Youth Leadership Conference. Collaboration and partnership will occur between schools, colleges, teachers, counselors, parents, students, churches and community groups in an effort to be inclusive, transparent and successful.
If interested, please complete the New Mexico MLK Youth Leadership Program sign-up form or contact: www.nmmlksc.org or (505) 222-6466.
