The mission of the JASMYN Youth Council (JYC) is to change lives by being the voice of the JASMYN youth, while positively working together in a safe and diverse environment that promotes growth, youth empowerment and education. JYC is an opportunity for youth who participate in JASMYN’s programs and services to build professional skills and emerge as leaders in their community.
Youth Members of JYC will take an active role in program planning and outreach. JYC is a great opportunity to have your voice heard and make a difference in the community.
JYC Youth Membership Requirements
- Youth must be an enrolled JASMYN Youth.
- Youth must attend one JASMYN Drop-In Center.
- Youth must attend one JASMYN Youth Council Action meeting prior to submitting application.
- Youth must attend one JASMYN program prior to submitting application.
- Youth must write or TYPE ½ page (paragraph) telling us a little bit about yourself, explaining what you can contribute to JASMYN Youth Council, and what your strengths and weaknesses are.
- Youth will need one letter of recommendation. (This letter can be from a friend, youth leader, family member, your current boss at your job, teacher etc. )
