Explain what you hope to gain from attending the conference and how you will contribute to the program

I was nine years old when George Bush II was sworn as president of the United States. I did not really understand what was going on, but while I was watching on television, I fantasized about attending an inaugural event and sharing the excitement of the day. By attending the Junior Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference I will achieve my life long dream of seeing the president of my country being sworn into office.

I hope to learn what it takes to be a leader in charge of a powerful country like the U.S.A. I want to understand the role of the president and the qualities that are needed for the job. I expect to get a good understanding of the electoral process and the reason why a vote matter. I hope to gain more leadership skills by studying the leadership of the U.S presidents. As a participant to the conference, I will bring my life experience as a Haitian American student living in Miami. I will come prepared to learn and to proudly represent my community.