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  1. Research & Initiatives
  2. Research Centers & Labs
  3. Youth-Nex
  4. Youth Advisory Council

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth-Nex Youth Advisory Council is comprised of youths 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 year
  • Attending and actively participating in all scheduled meetings
  • Making decisions and recommendations on Youth-Nex programs and initiatives
  • Advocating on behalf of the student body at your school

Why Should Youth Join Our Youth Advisory Council?

Short Term Benefits

  • Connect with other local teens
  • Swag bags/merchandise
  • Access to UVA/Youth-Nex events and programs
  • Gift cards

Long Term Benefits

  • Strengthen essential interpersonal skills (communication, teamwork, problem solving, etc.)
  • Develop a professional network of support
  • Workshops to help you learn more about yourself and your peers

Youth Council Membership Criteria

  • Applicants must be students in grades 9-12 in Charlottesville City, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, or Nelson County.
  • Willingness to learn and the 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

Apply Now

Interested youth or adults wanting to share the opportunity can access this online application.

 

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Interested in joining the Youth Advisory Council at Youth-Nex? Start by completing this form. 

 

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