E-Congress
YLI's E-Congress allows students to simulate the role of a representative in the United States Congress, by researching and drafting legislation, debating it in legislative committees and voting. YLI now has two versions of E-Congress.
- The 2024 National E-Congress joins your students with thousands of others across the country and takes place from January 4 until March 28. International classrooms are also encouraged to participate.
- Those unable to participate in the National E-Congress due to time constraints may create their own My E-Congress at any time. The only difference is there is no interaction or voting between schools. See the My E-Congress User's Guide in the downloads below.
The E-Congress Demo gives you the opportunity to view the program prior to having your students participate in the actual program. It highlights all five phases of E-Congress and helps you to prepare for the incredible learning experience that is the YLI E-Congress. Click here to view the E-Congress Demo.
Pottsville Area High School in Pottsville, Pennsylvania had a fantastic article published in their local paper about their experience with the National E-Congress. Check it out!
E-CONGRESS RESOURCES:
YLI Learning Programs
Lesson Plans - Complete teacher-developed curriculum
Mock Election - Vote online for real candidates
E-Congress - Interactive online legislative simulation
Democracy Corps - Our complete service learning program
A More Perfect Union - A political campaign simulation