Seeking Seattle Youth Commissioners (Seattle Forward)

July 21, 2016

Seeking Seattle Youth Commissioners

The City is currently looking for new applicants to the Seattle Youth Commission, a 15-member body made up of youth ages 13-19. The application deadline is Friday, August 5 at 5:00 p.m. This is a great way for young people to learn about community engagement and local government.

From the Department of Neighborhoods press release:

“Youth serving on the commission will be required to attend a half-day retreat on Saturday, September 24, bi-monthly SYC meetings, and additional committee commitments. The commission meets the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesdays of each month at Seattle City Hall from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Commissioners will serve a two-year term beginning in September 2016 and ending June 2018.

“In addition to representing youth across the city, commissioners receive hands-on experience in the public sector and learn how to cultivate the youth voice in city policy.”

To apply, visit http://www.seattle.gov/seattle-youth-commission/apply.

Posted by Tim Burgess on July 21, 2016 at 11:20 AM in Youth Voice | Permalink

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