The Westchester County Youth Bureau is seeking young people ages 13 to 21 to represent Westchester County on the New York State Governor’s Youth Council. Governor Kathy Hochul has announced applications are open for this Youth Council which will be comprised of one representative from each county in the state – totaling 62 members.
Interested youth should submit an application by April 4, 2022 through the online portal available at https://nysylc.secure-platform.com/a. Candidates will be selected on their character, leadership skills, academic achievement, civic engagement, and service to their community.Members of the NYS Governor’s Youth Council will meet virtually and will provide recommendations to the Governor and other policymakers on many different issues, including:Mental Health Challenges on Youth Substance Use and PreventionJustice, Equity, Diversity, and InclusionGender-based Violence Prevention & ResponseCreating Positive Interactions between Youth & Law EnforcementYouth Programming in a Virtual WorldYouth Voice & Engagement: Creating Opportunities Addressing Identity and Community NeedsThe Youth Bureau will search far and wide for applicants.
Three applicants will be selected to advance to the final selection process in Albany, where one youth will be selected. Please contact the Westchester County Youth Bureau at wcyb@westchestergov.com or (914) 995-2745 with questions.
