A youth council is a municipal-created group, typically composed of high school students, engaged in their local government and representing youth voices within the city. Some youth councils are created to be advisory boards to advise the local governing body and its affiliated advisory and regulatory boards on youth issues. Youth councils can implement and participate in youth-identified community initiatives.
Students who serve on youth councils are the leaders of tomorrow. It is important to expose them to municipal government at an early age. We hope your city, town or village will consider forming a youth council if you do not already have one. Contact Eryn Russell for additional information.
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Municipal Youth Council Programs
Youth Council Summit
CANCELLED: Youth Council Summit on Saturday, October 12, 2024 in DeLand.
Youth Council Legislative Action Days Program
The 2025 Youth Council Legislative Action Days Program will be held on March 25-26, 2025 in Tallahassee.
Community Service Contest
Starting in January, this contest invites youth councils to submit current projects addressing a local need.
2024 Community Service Contest Winners
City of Alachua Youth Advisory Council
City of Orange City Youth Advisory Council
City of Tampa Mayor Youth Corps and Leadership Council
Video Competition
Starting each August, the Youth Council Video Competition provides a way for Florida’s youth councils to showcase their ideas, creativity, and commitment to their communities.
Council2College Scholarship
This essay contest assists Florida municipal youth council leaders who are pursuing post-high school education. The councils also must be active in the League’s youth council programs.