Youth-Nex Youth Advisory Council

What is a Youth Advisory Council?

The Youth-Nex Youth Advisory Council is comprised of youth in grades 9-12. The goal of the Youth-Nex Youth Advisory Council is to provide youth with a platform to use their voices and develop their sense of agency through research. In addition to offering their own unique perspectives on Youth-Nex initiatives and programs, members of the Youth Advisory Council will reinforce their strengths, including autonomy, creative thinking, innovation, and activism.

Youth Council Member Responsibilities

Committing to serving one semester (August-December)
Attend and actively participate in all scheduled monthly meetings
Make decisions and recommendations on Youth-Nex programs and initiatives
Advocate on behalf of Charlottesville City and Albemarle County students

Why should youth join our Youth Advisory Council?

Short Term Benefits

Build strong and lasting friendships
Develop soft skills (communication, teamwork, problem solving, etc.)
Swag bags/merchandise
Access to UVA and/or YN events Gift cards!

Long Term Benefits

Develop a network of support
Learn about post-secondary education opportunities (Career pathways, College application assistance and connection to scholarships)

Youth Council membership criteria

Applicants must currently be enrolled at a Charlottesville City or Albemarle County school and remain enrolled for the duration of the 2022-2023 school year
Willingness to learn and desire to make a difference
Comfortable working remotely using virtual communication platforms, such as Zoom
All applicants will be considered regardless of race/ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability