Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) is a citizenship program conducted by the National 4-H Council (Council) for high school youth. During the summer, delegations of 14-19 year-olds from across the country attend this five-day program at the Hyatt Regency Bethesda just outside Washington, D.C. This program gives participants hands-on opportunities to learn and practice skills that promote “Better Citizens Today, Better Leaders Tomorrow”. Participants learn by attending workshops, committees, field trips, and social events.

The program objectives include strengthening communication, leadership, and other citizenship skills on a national level; understanding the importance of civic and social responsibilities as they relate to the development of better citizens and leaders; exchanging ideas, practicing respect, and forming friendships with other youth from diverse backgrounds; and experience hands-on learning using the historical backdrop of our nation's Capital City, Washington, D.C.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Eligibility: 4-H members must be 14 years old and older by June 21, 2025.
• Price to attend: $700 which includes flight, conference registration, transportation while at the event, and lodging
• Date of Event: June 21-27, 2025
  

The deadline to submit applications is February 3, 2025

Payment Schedule

Please know that this experience cost approximately $2,500 per delegate and the St. John Parish 4-H Foundation is covering the other expenses.

Learn more about CWF at https://4-h.org/parents/citizenship-washington-foc...