GCAPP Youth Advisory Council Application 2022

GCAPP Youth Advisory Council Application 2022-2023
Thank you for your interest in joining the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential's (GCAPP) Youth Advisory Council.

We are recruiting young people ages 14 - 24, who reside in Georgia, to serve as an advocate for change in their communities. So, if you are interested in community/state level change, leadership development and youth advocacy, this is the perfect position for you. The position will begin in May 2022 and will be a 1 year commitment.

All Council meetings and activities will be virtual until it is safe to meet in-person. If you have any questions, please contact LeKara Simmons at lekara@gcapp.org.

YAC Enrollment Period: January 17 - March 13, 2022

YAC Enrollment Deadline: March 13, 2022 by 11:59 PM

Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Member Roles & Responsibilities
- Serve a 12-month commitment; April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023
- Attend monthly YAC meetings, occasional special meetings -- Virtual and in-person (depending on health and safety of members and staff)
- Lead county-specific Youth Action Teams and develop county specific Youth Action plans
- Participate and attend YAC or GCAPP led events
- Attend trainings on youth leadership and advocacy
- Assist with planning of Youth Empowerment Summit in November 2022
- Plan and host at least 2 events on adolescent health issues for your respective community
- Other duties as assigned by Youth Advisory Council Advisor(s)
About You
First Name and Last Name *
Full Name
Age*
Age
Email Address*
Email Address
Phone Number*
Mailing Address*
Zip Code *
County of Residence *
Optional Demographics

GCAPP strives to be inclusive of everyone for all young people to have a space to feel safe and welcomed. Your decision to share personal demographic information is entirely voluntary.
Gender
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Racial/Ethnic Background
Sexual Orientation
Ability/Disability Status
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Share five (5) things that you would like us to know about you. This can include personal attributes, current or past accomplishments and/or leadership skills.*
Why do you want to become a member of GCAPP's Youth Advisory Council?*
What are 3 emerging issues facing young people in your community? As a young person/young adult, how can you use your voice to make a change? *
What type of events (community fairs, webinars, etc.) would you like to plan for other young people and members of your community? (Virtual or Face to Face) *
How did you learn about GCAPP's Youth Advisory Council?*
If someone recommended or nominated you to apply for this position, please share their name and organization below.
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GCAPP Youth Advisory Council Application 2022-2023

About You

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