Welcome to the YG Blog
Our Youth and Government Blog is a space for our Media delegates to write and publish their work throughout the program year. Keep yourself updated and in the loop by reading topics written by our youths from across Texas.
State Jitters
A NEW ENVIRONMENT FOR NEW DELEGATES TO EXPLORE AUSTIN, TEXAS – Feb. 27, 2025 — The official first day of the State Youth and Government District Conference begins, with delegates from all over Texas arriving at the Kalahari Resort. For many delegates, it is the return of a long-awaited [...]
Building Empathy: A Proposal for Ethics in Texas High Schools
Addressing Mental Health and Social Issues Through Education The Texas Youth and Government State Affairs Forum offers students the opportunity to propose meaningful solutions to current societal challenges. One proposal that gained attention during the State Affairs Forum was presented by Rockwell Heilbron, a student at Stephen F. Austin [...]
CASE IS NOW IN SESSION – DAY 2: JUDICIAL VERDICT
Written by: Alberto Robles Day 2 of the 2024-25 State Conference begins, and things are already intense. On the first day of official competition, delegates head to their sections to compete in everything they've worked for. Competitors are spread throughout the city of Austin, with events taking place at [...]
Diversity in YAG a More Inclusive Legal Profession
Written by: Alana Dixon Y AG isn't just an extracurricular club but rather a platform for the next group of diverse leaders who dare to make a change. Despite African Americans and Hispanics making up only 5-6% of lawyers in the country (American Bar Association, 2024) and those with [...]
Mother Loses Daughter in Delivered Tragedy
Loving mother and daughter are separated by death caused by a severe allergy reaction. By Shihan Wang, LASA Wanda Waffle, a loving mother who tragically lost her daughter in an allergen accident, has decided to take the owner of Herb’s Garden, Herb Salt, to court for negligence. Wanda is [...]
Be A Part Of The Answer
The Youth and Government Growth and Opportunity Youth and Government is a program that allows high school students to dive into the world of government through simulations and debates. It provides a unique experience that contrasts the journeys of rookie participants and returning students. These differences are especially clear [...]
Civic Responsibility in the State of Affairs Forum
Peggy Guekeng, proposing about mandatory provisions of afterschool child care programs in the State of Affairs Forum. By: Avril Mauricio-Davila The State Affairs Forum offers students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the complexities of civic engagement, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for [...]
First Time Thrills
Navigating the Texas Youth and Government Program Joining the Texas Youth and Government program for the first time is a thrilling experience for many high school students. This program lets us dive into the world of state government, where we can debate policies, draft bills and understand how the [...]
Nutty Negligence:A Recipe for Disaster
By Alana DixonFebruary 28, 2025 This morning, devastation and tension are in the air. A case is underway regarding the legal responsibilities of Herb’s Haven restaurant and the food delivery service BiteBuddy. This tragic incident involves Hazel Nutterson, a young girl with a known peanut allergy, despite her mother [...]
The Road to Kalahari: Through the Eyes of High-Schoolers
Austin, TX - As the Youth and Government participants boarded the bus to Kalahari, the air buzzed with anticipation. For many, this trip was the start of a new experience- an opportunity to debate, legislate, and bond with other students who share similar interests. The journey was a long [...]
Final Preparations: How YG Mock Trial Teams Get Ready For The Courtroom
Austin, TX - The moments leading up to a Mock Trial round at the Texas Youth and Government (YG) State Conference are filled with a mix of nerves, last-minute strategy adjustments, and intense preparation. As teams step into the courtroom, every second counts in perfecting their case and anticipating [...]
The Kalahari Experience
Austin, TX - As members of Youth and Government (YG) get set for the long-awaited Texas YG State Conference at Kalahari Resorts, excitement is on a fever level. For these students, the experience is one of not only being able to showcase talents but also one of encountering like-minded [...]