Submitted photo: Emily Anderson

Emily Anderson, a student at Tift County High School (Tifton, GA, US), has been selected to represent Tifton, Gq., as a National Youth Delegate to the 2023 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University.

Anderson joins a select group of 100 students from across the country to participate in an intensive, week-long study of leadership in environmental science and conservation. Anderson was chosen based on academic accomplishments and a demonstrated interest and excellence in leadership in the sciences and conservation studies. George Mason University along with partner, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, are excited to welcome the nation’s young scholars to Washington, D.C. With distinguished faculty, guest speakers, and direct access to elite D.C. practitioners, the Washington Youth Summit on the Environment offers aspiring environmentalists and student leaders an unparalleled experience. The week-long program is held at George Mason University’s state-of-the-art campus. The Summit will encourage and inspire young leaders who desire a unique experience focused on successful careers in this dynamic industry. The Washington Youth Summit on the Environment will be held June 25 to June 30, 2023.