What?
A group of Acequia Youth Leaders (age 14-19) from across New Mexico will be chosen to participate in a PAID learning and leadership program. We will have guest presenters, field trips and workshops, and youth discussions and projects on topics.
Why?
New Mexico’s acequias are a unique and important part of our culture and history. They are also a critical part of our communities’ survival and future. It is essential that the young people of NM acequia communities (you!!) learn more about our acequias – and feel empowered to stand up as the next generation of land and water caretakers. This Leadership Institute will provide a space to learn ancestral knowledge, gain new skills, and work with other youth as leaders protecting our acequia waters and communities. It will help you build your resume for college or future careers – and will help you find new passions and life-paths!
When?
May-August 2025, and includes weekly ONLINE learning sessions and 2-4 IN-PERSON field trips/events.
How?
Click this link to go to the application for 2025 Acequia Culture Youth Leadership Institute!
For more information, please visit our website here.
Applications are DUE by Monday, March 31, 2025 at 5pm. We will select this year's group and notify families by late April 2025. Youth will be selected based on their thoughtful replies to the application, as well as their age and home locations as we work to form a cohesive group that can learn and grow together!
Questions? Contact
or call (505) 995-9644