Program mentors and trains future leaders
ATLANTA – The Fulton County Department of Community Development, Youth and Community Services Division is seeking Youth Commission applicants for the 2022-2023 term. Ideal candidates are potential young leaders who want to serve their communities and act as advocates on behalf of other youth. Applications for the 2022-2023 Youth Commission are now available for submission until Friday, May 20, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
The Fulton County Youth Commission is a leadership and service orientated program that empowers young people to become knowledgeable and involved in the local governmental process. Since its inception, Youth Commissioners have worked diligently to impact policy, procedures and legislation relating to children, youth, and families in Fulton County.
Leadership, service, and excellence describe a few of the many qualities exhibited by the Fulton County Youth Commissioners and their work.
For consideration, students must meet the following criteria:
Must be a resident of Fulton CountyMust attend a school within Fulton County (Fulton County Public Schools, Atlanta Public Schools, Private or Charter institution)Must be in the 9th -11th grade during the 2022-2023 academic yearMust submit a completed application and a two-page essay
Applications are due by Friday, May 20, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
For more information and to obtain an application, please contact Reginald Crossley, Youth Commission Coordinator via e-mail at Reginald.Crossley@fultoncountyga.gov, or visit the Fulton County website at https://www.fultoncountyga.gov/fcyc.
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