Citizenship Washington Focus

Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) is a week-long 4-H citizenship program for youth ages 14-19. Thousands of young people from across America stay at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center, near Washington, D.C., every summer to participate in the program, which provides opportunities for young people to:

1. Strengthen your communication, leadership, and other citizenship skills on a national level.
2. Understand the importance of civic and social responsibilities as they relate to the development of better citizens and leaders.
3. Exchange ideas, practice respect, and form friendships with other youth from diverse backgrounds.
4. Experience hands-on learning using the historical backdrop of our nation’s Capital City, Washington, D.C.

CWF participants get:

• A behind-the-scenes look at our nation's capital and the chance to meet Members of Congress;
• Motivational speakers, workshops and assemblies that increase individual commitment to citizen involvement and build lifetime skills for success;
• Activities that encourage new and lasting friendships;
• An enthusiastic college-age staff that works directly with them.

CWF program assistants immerse delegates in the culture and history of Washington, DC, through onsite workshops at its most spectacular sights. Destinations include, but are not limited to:

• The Capitol
• Mount Vernon
• Arlington National Cemetery
• Presidential and war monuments and memorials
• Smithsonian museums

Nightview; the week's signature event, is a tour of our nation's most historic sites beautifully illuminated.

In between your tours, relax at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center, the premier meeting and conference center in the Washington, DC, area especially for young people.