Youth Are the Leaders of Today and Tomorrow!
The mission of the Youth Leadership Committee (YLC) is to amplify youth voice and leadership through innovative and youth-led projects.
Work & Impact:
- Planned and executed impactful community projects:
- Teen’s Cook Too!: A youth-led initiative providing fresh food and recipes to teens and a Cooking Class Video addressing teen food insecurity
- Mindfully Unwinding: A relaxing youth-led event focused on promoting mental health awareness and support among youth
- Pop Up Literacy Booth: Designed bookmarks. Facilitated a resource table at community events passing out free books for kids and leading a literacy craft.
- Youth Mental Health Podcast: A series of podcasts focusing on mental health issues related to teens providing helpful tips and tools for those in need.
- Designed T-shirts for YLC
- Volunteered across Pinellas County: Hurricane Supply Drive, St. Pete Ronald McDonald House, Grand Families events, Mid County Council – Celebrating our Families event, JWB Make A Difference Day events.
- Presented to the JWB North and Mid Community Council and JWB Board of Directors.
Eligibility and Requirements:
- Must currently live in Pinellas County.
- Must currently be in 9th – 12th grade (Teens in public, private, virtual or homeschool may apply).
- Must maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA
- Must be able to participate in additional activities throughout the year as available and maintain active communication with YLC leader.
If you have questions about the Youth Leadership Committee, please contact Kelly Santos at Ksantos@jwbpinellas.org
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