In 2008, YIG will host two Regional Training Conferences. Below are the dates, locations, and a tentative schedule for the conferences. Each delegation will select one conference to attend. Attendance at the Regional Training Conference is required of all student participants unless an excused absence is cleared through the delegation advisor. Civic Leadership Institute participants are not required to attend. The dress code for the day is Business Casual.
| Dates and Locations | |
| September 27, 2008 | Regional Training Conference Pembroke Hill School 5121 State Line Road Kansas City, Missouri Map of Location Dress Code: Business Casual |
| October 4, 2008 | Regional Training Conference Francis Howell Central High School 5199 Highway N St. Charles, Missouri Map of Location Dress Code: Business Casual |
| Schedule of Events - Updated 10/02 | |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Registration |
| 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. | Opening Session |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Program Area Trainings |
| 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Lunch and Workshops |
| 12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Program Area Trainings |
| 1:00 p.m. | Adjourn |