I thought I'd pass this along... Sounds like a great opportunity. -Heidi -----Original Message----- From: DHS ANNOUNCEMENTS [mailto:DHSANNOUNCEMENTS@AlleghenyCounty.US] Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 9:15 AM Subject: SUMMER YOUTH OPPORTUNITY Importance: Low The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh is sponsoring the 3rd Annual Black Male Leadership Development Institute (BMLDI). This year the program has expanded from a 3-day to a 5-day Summit for 50 African American youth in grades 9-12 who want more out of life than following the crowd and getting by. Youth who seek to Learn, Lead and Achieve and have a desire to stand up and be counted will benefit from a rich curriculum that will teach them the tools they need to be future leaders. The 2009 theme is "Aspire to Greatness." The BMLDI Features: -A faculty of more than 20 successful African American men--from the stage to the board room--who will motivate youth and share their stories; -Interactive group discussions on subjects ranging from "The Importance and Meaning of African American Leadership" to "Personal Accountability," "Community Engagement," and "The Media's Portrayal of African American Manhood;" -Workshops on college and career preparation, core values, teamwork, conflict resolution, and more. The BMLDI will take place on the campus of Robert Morris University from the evening of Sunday June 14 to june19. The cost of the 5 day Summit ($650 per participant) is underwritten through grants and generous in-kind donations and is free to participants. It is a residential program with fun evening activities and entertainment planned for every day. To be considered for this year's Summit, applicants must submit the following information: * A completed application * A copy of their most recent report card * A completed questionnaire b * A signed copy of the BMLDI 2009 Terms and Conditions * A Recommendation from an adult sponsor The completed application packet must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. May 27, 2009. All applicants must be residents of the Greater Pittsburgh Region. The packets can be emailed, mailed, hand-delivered or faxed to: Department of Education and Youth Development BMLDI 2009 Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh 610 Wood Street - 3rd Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Fax: 412-227-4870 If you have any questions, feel free to call Florence Rouzier, Director of Education and Youth Development, 412-227-4215. frouzier@ulpgh.org Please do not respond to this email as it is for announcements only and replies will go unanswered. This distribution list, made up of providers of the Department of Human Services, was created from the Master Provider Index (MPI). Thank you. l.m.f ________________________________ LEGAL DISCLAIMER Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, forwarding, or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. Any questions should be directed to Allegheny County Help Desk at 412-350-HELP (412-350-4357) or e-mail HelpDesk@AlleghenyCounty.US ----------