Youth Advisory Board Application 20-21 School Year Cohort

Youth Advisory Board Application

Young people changing the future of skateboarding through community partnership, advocacy, and leadership.
IMPORTANT DATES:
- We are currently no longer accepting applications for our 2020-2021 School Year Cohort
- Our next application period starts in FALL 2021 . You are welcome to apply beforehand and will remain in our system until we begin the next interview process.
WHAT DOES THE YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD DO?
- Attend weekly 1 hour meetings
- Create and complete skateboarding-centric community partnership projects
- Direct & support creative initiatives like merch, stickers, and skateboard videos
- Provide youth voice for internal Skate Like a Girl and external skate community decisions
- Support the next generation of skaters through gear distribution, skate clinics, and events
- YAB is whatever you want it to be!

YAB Applicant Information
Where is your "local park" or a place you prefer to skate?
School
Grade
Example: 10th
Are you currently employed? *
Employer
Job Title
Are you a returner to the YAB program? *

Yes No
What have you heard about the Youth Advisory Board and why do you want to join?
What are three community problems or improvements you'd like to focus on? Why are these things important to you?
1-3 Paragraphs (Can be focused on local or global scale issues within skateboarding)
If you could have 3 wishes (anything) what would they be?
Anything in the world, get weird

Weekly Availability: What times can you be available *

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Hours of Availability

How many volunteer hours per month would you like commit to the Youth Advisory Board?

5-10 hours per month 10-20 hours per month 20-30 hours per month 40+ hours per month

YAB Terms of Service
Do you agree to check your email regularly so you know your schedule and are in the loop with all updates, etc? *

Yes No
Do you agree to wear a helmet while skateboarding with YAB? *

Yes No
It is your own responsibility to log your own hours accurately and on time *

I understand
In the event that you need to miss a YAB meeting, it is preferable to give a two week notice before said meeting. But, in the case of an emergency, 24 hour notice is required. *

I understand
We utilize a "3 strike policy" in regards to missing YAB meetings, meaning that if you miss three YAB meetings without communication as outlined in the previous question, you will be removed from the Youth Advisory Board. *

I understand
Professional References (New YAB applicants only)

Note: Parents or friends are not great choices. It is best to list coaches, teachers, tutors, mentors, neighbors, managers, or other adults in your life that know you in more of a professional capacity. Also it is wise to let your references know you have listed them.
Reference #1

First Name Last Name
Reference #1 Email
example@example.com
Reference #2

First Name Last Name
Reference #2 Email
example@example.com
If you have a resume, please upload it here:

Browse Files
Any file format that can be uploaded here is ok! Cancel of

Emergency Information
Emergency Contact's Name *

First Name Last Name
Relationship to YAB member *
Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number
Alt. Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number
Dietary Restrictions
Example: Vegan, Gluten Free, any allergies
Medical/Behavioral History of Participant *
Any information that will help us support you/your child is greatly appreciated.
Informed Consent and Acknowledgement - To be read by Parents/Guardians of YAB applicants

I hereby give my approval for my child’s participation in any and all activities prepared by Skate Like a Girl during the selected program. In exchange for the acceptance of said child’s candidacy by Skate Like a Girl, I assume all risk and hazards incidental to the conduct of the activities, and release, absolve and hold harmless Skate Like a Girl, and all its respective officers, agents, and representatives from any and all liability for injuries to said child arising out of traveling to, participating in, or returning from selected program sessions.

In case of injury to said child, I hereby waive all claims against Skate Like a Girl, including all coaches and affiliates, all participants, sponsoring agencies, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event. There is a risk of being injured that is inherent in all sports activities, including skateboarding. Some of these injuries include, but are not limited to, the risk of fractures, paralysis, or death.

I grant full permission to use any photographs, videotapes, motionpictures, recordings, or any other record of this program for promotion of Skate Like a Girl.
Confirmation for YAB Applicant/Guardian

BY ACKNOWLEDGING AND SIGNING BELOW, I AM DELIVERING AN ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE THAT WILL HAVE THE SAME EFFECT AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE. THE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE WILL BE EQUALLY AS BINDING AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE.
Signature *

Clear
Should be Empty:

	ABSOLUTELY	YES-ish	MAYBE	NO
Desktop Computer w/ Camera
Laptop/Netbook w/ Camera (e.g. Chromebook, Macbook, etc.)
Tablet w/ Camera (e.g. iPad, Kindle Fire, Android tablet, etc.)
Smartphone w/ Camera (e.g. iPhone, Galaxy, Pixel, Moto, etc.)
Internet Access/Wi-Fi/Data for streaming (in home and outside)
Printer (B&W only is fine)
Skateboard (have one, or could buy one)
Helmet (have one, or could buy one)
Arts & Crafts Supplies (e.g. markers, crayons, pencils, pens, glue, tape, chalk, scissors, paper, etc.)