Fall State

At Fall State, JSA chapters from across your state come together to collaborate, debate, engage in civic activities, socialize, and fundraise. You’ll meet students from across the political spectrum, with diverse life experiences and opinions outside of your own. By meeting with peers outside your local area, you’ll come to understand different perspectives—learning how to collaborate with open-mindedness, debate with respect and fairness, and arrive at practical solutions together.

Fall State is guided by a theme selected by our national student Council of Governors. The 2022 theme is, Youth at the Forefront: Pivoting Toward Progress. Activism has taken on a new meaning, with social media equipping young voices with a platform to stand firmly by movements that they believe in. Student-led initiatives like JSA hold the core imperative of maximizing the tools we have at our fingertips to make unprecedented impacts on our various communities. We are invigorated by fresh and passionate perspectives, and as a generation, we truly have the power to make the changes we want to see, encourage growth, and pivot towards progress.

Who can register for and attend Fall State?

• Any dues paid member of a JSA chapter, attending with their chapter, can attend Fall State in person.

• Chapters must be verified before they can register for Fall State. Contact your state’s Director of CIA for information about how to verify your chapter.

• Chapters must attend with their Teacher Advisor or a school approved adult chaperone.

Are there scholarships available?

Scholarships are available for participants in need. Read the FAQs for more information.

Have more questions?

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