April 19, 2011

The Muslim Public Affairs Council announced it will be hosting an informational webinar for its upcoming Young Leaders Summits on Tuesday, April 19, at 9 p.m. EST / 6 p.m. PST. MPAC is calling on all potential applicants and those interested in the summits to attend and get the opportunity to hear from Rep. Andre Carson (D-IN) about the value of the Young Leaders Summits and civic engagement in government, media, and Hollywood.

During the informational webcast, MPAC's Young Leaders Program Coordinator Yasmin Hussein will also share an in-depth look at what you can expect during the Summits, how to apply, and how you can get involved with MPAC's Young Leaders Program after the Summits.

You must RSVP to attend.

To RSVP for the webinar, please email summits@mpac.org and the link to the webcast will be provided to you.

Media Summit in New York City (June 15 - 18) -- Learn about the ins and outs of the news industry while experiencing the fast pace of life in the Big Apple.

Hollywood Summit in Los Angeles (June 26 - 29) -- Explore the role film, TV and the arts play in shaping public opinion and provide practical tips for transforming talent into a successful career.

Policy Summit in Washington, DC (July 25 - 30) -- Get an insider look at the inner workings of the nation's capitol while simultaneously providing government officials and congressional leaders the opportunity to learn what is on the minds of young Muslim Americans.

MPAC's Young Leaders Summits will expand three-fold this summer, offering Muslim American college and graduate students around the country with a unique and transformative opportunity to make their mark on Capitol Hill, in the entertainment industry and the news media.

In the words of 2010 Summit alum Jalal Ansari, currently a college freshman in New York City:

"This experience cannot be described in words. It has to be experienced, and I believe every Muslim youth who can, should. Although it is difficult for one person to change a system, collectively I learned this week that there is nothing we can't do."