- CYCLE
- About CYCLE
- What to Expect
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- Are you a sophomore in high school?
- Are you a leader in your community?
- Do you want to learn more about Missouri state government?
- Do you want to make a difference in your community?
- Would you like the opportunity to connect with other youth leaders and attend a national award-winning leadership program?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, then CYCLE is for you!

2011 winners from left to right, Brittany Batye,
James Finders, Joshua Shumate, Abigail Morrison
The Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience is a program sponsored by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives (AMEC). CYCLE brings together some of Missouri’s brightest young leaders.
Missouri electric cooperatives are helping youth understand the cooperative principles, learn to make good decisions and develop a positive outlook about public service.
By engaging youth through the CYCLE program, AMEC and its members help teach skills to new generations of productive citizens who will help their communities and nation grow.
- Make new friends.
- Take exclusive tours.
- Attend keynote presentations and delegate events.
- Visit attractions like the Supreme Court of Missouri, Missouri State Capitol, Senate Chamber, House of Representatives Chamber and the Missouri State Museum.
