Youth Council Advises NYS Policymakers on Key Issues
New City, NY, – The Rockland County Youth Bureau is now accepting applications from adolescents and young adults interested in serving on the New York State Governor’s Youth Council. The Youth Council gives young individuals a platform for their voices to be heard by lawmakers and an opportunity to engage in state government.
“This is an incredible opportunity to represent Rockland County on a statewide level and weigh in on key issues facing young people in New York with the Governor and other policymakers. I urge interested young people to apply and get involved,” said County Executive Ed Day.
Rockland’s representative will provide policy recommendations in various areas including civic engagement, education, violence, juvenile justice, mental health challenges, substance use and prevention, and diversity.
The Youth Council will be comprised of 62 people, ages 13 to 21, who will develop its organizational structure, prioritize key issues, and gain hands-on experience in the democratic process and all council members will serve a one-year term. Once selected, the Youth Council member will participate in virtual youth-led networking and training events about government, civic engagement, and positive youth development, attend regional meetings, work on selecting policy issues to inform local, regional, and/or state changes, and much more!
Interested youth must submit an application that includes an essay and a video demonstrating their interest in one or more of the council’s focus areas. Candidates will be selected based on their character, leadership skills, academic achievement, civic engagement, and community service – but do not have to excel in each area.
Applications can be found at https://nysylc.secure-platform.com/a and the deadline to apply is Tuesday, March 15, 2022. For more information, contact the Rockland County Youth Bureau at 845-364-2929 or email RCYB@co.rockland.ny.us