COMING OF AGE - COA CANCELLED 2023

The COA Program is for Unitarian Universalist youth whose parents / guardians are members or friends in good standing at any LIAC affiliated UU congregation.

​While all Long Island Unitarian Universalist youth in, grades 7-9 are eligible, older youth will be given first preference.

Participants will be notified of their acceptance into the program.

• Attendance and participation in orientation and the five meeting sessions.

• Completion of homework assignments, which include light reading and conversations (guiding questions will be provided) with parents/guardians, mentors or other adults in the UU community that allow participants to explore various UU points of view

• Completion of two projects of the participant's choosing. One project is focused on the larger faith community, and one is congregation-centered. Projects can be tailored to the student's needs, interests and abilities. The mentor will provide guidance on the selection and completion of the projects.

• Completion of community service hours

During Orientation, participants and mentors will receive the COA Handbook, detailing the program requirements.

1. Complete the registration form, covenant, and medical form. Send these with the registration fee to the address on the registration form.

2. If the youth will be going on the optional Boston trip, make sure it is indicated on the registration form.