Youth advisory committee (YAC)
The YAC is a group of young people in Kingston who have a direct say in shaping the future of the city for young people. They meet with council members, advising on important issues affecting Kingston's young people.
This includes:
- Creating effective programs and services
- Consulting on key strategic directions
- Identifying opportunities and challenges faced by young people in the community
- Advocating on their behalf.
Why join the Youth Advisory Committee?
The YAC is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Make a real difference. Heard are your ideas by decision-makers. This will directly influence policies that impact young people in Kingston.
- Develop leadership skills. Through meeting participation, you will gain experience in public speaking, collaboration, and advocacy.
- Learn about local government. Gain firsthand knowledge of how local government works. Learn about the youth services available in Kingston and surrounding areas.
- Network with other young leaders. Connect with young people who share your desire to make Kingston a better place for young people.
Eligibility
To be eligible to join our Youth Advisory Committee, you must be:
- Be between the ages of 12 and 25
- Connected to the City of Kingston (live, work, study)
- Committed to attending monthly meetings.
Participation form
Interested in joining our Youth Advisory Committee?
Have any questions? Contact our Youth Team.
Upcoming dates
No upcoming dates schedule. Please check back again later or contact us.