2026-2027 YOUTH COMMISSION Now Accepting Applications
2026-2027 YOUTH COMMISSION Now Accepting Applications
2026-2027 YOUTH COMMISSION Now Accepting Applications
Are you interested in making a difference in your community and building your leadership skills? The Yolo County Youth Commission is officially relaunching, and we are now accepting applications for the 2026–27 commission.
This is a unique opportunity to join a group of student leaders from across Yolo County who are passionate about creating change and elevating youth voice. We are seeking students in grades 9-12 who are interested in leadership, civic engagement, and making a difference in their communities.
WHO CAN APPLY?
- High school students (grades 9–12)
- Students who live in or attend school in Yolo County
No prior leadership experience is required - just a willingness to get involved and make an impact!
WHAT DOES THE YOUTH COMMISSION DO?
The Yolo Youth Commission will:
- Help plan and design a Summer Leadership Camp for students across Yolo County
- Work with other students to identify an issue that matters to youth and take action to address it
IMPORTANT DATES
- Application Opens: Friday, April 3
- Application Deadline: Thursday, April 30
- Selected Students Notified: Friday, May 8
Program Commitment
Program Commitment
Program Commitment
COMMISSION TERM
- May 2026 – May 2027 (1-year commitment)
TIME COMMITMENT
- Approximately 5–10 hours per month
- Participation in meetings, activities, and events
- Attendance at the Summer Leadership Camp
SUMMER LEADERSHIP CAMP PLANNING MEETINGS (Required)
- Weekly virtual meetings (Zoom)
- May through June, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
SUMMER LEADERSHIP CAMP (Required)
- Dates: July 21 – July 25
- Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Location: YCOE Conference Center
Role of Youth Commissioners
Role of Youth Commissioners
Role of Youth Commissioners
Youth Commissioners build valuable, real-world skills, including:
- Leadership
- Communication and public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Advocacy and community organizing
No prior leadership experience is required—just a willingness to get involved and make an impact.
RESOURCES
RESOURCES
2026-2027 COMMISSIONERS
2026-2027 COMMISSIONERS
2026-2027 COMMISSIONERS
The Youth Commission consists of 15 members appointed to a one-year term. Commissioners may be appointed to an additional one-year term.
MEETING SCHEDULE
MEETING SCHEDULE
MEETING SCHEDULE
Note: There are no regularly scheduled meetings currently scheduled for 2026-2027.
Meetings are always open to the public to attend. Meeting agendas, packets, and minutes are posted on this page on the Commission Meetings webpage.
If you would like information on the Yolo Youth Commission, please contact the Yolo Youth Commission at youthcommission@ycoe.org or (530) 669-3772.
Members of the 2023 Yolo Youth Commission were recognized by YCOE and the Board of Supervisors on January 27, 2024.
HISTORY OF THE YOLO YOUTH COMMISSION
HISTORY OF THE YOLO YOUTH COMMISSION
HISTORY OF THE YOLO YOUTH COMMISSION
In May 2022, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to establish the Yolo Youth Commission as a two-year pilot program and authorized the Yolo County Office of Education (YCOE) to administer the program. The pilot is being funded by county cannabis tax revenue with additional grant funding from the Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Center.
In November 2022, the Board of Supervisors approved 15 youth commissions (3 youth per supervisorial district) to be seated.
With about 25% of the county’s population under the age of 18, the Yolo Youth Commission creates a permanent pathway for young people to shape their future and build community in Yolo County. Nothing for YOUth without YOUth!
MISSION
To enhance the quality of support, services, and programs for youth through working with local leaders to make funding decisions to make a positive impact on youth development and empowerment for all.
WHAT WE DO
- Commissions are an active part in our local government and will hold meetings monthly to understand the existing efforts to support youth and determine what needs of youth may not be met or need support in.
- Issue a yearly request for grant funding proposals from youth-centered efforts or youth organizations
- Review and evaluate proposals to present to the BOS to support Yolo County youth services, programs, and organizations with funding opportunities.
- Conduct studies and advise on other proposals and programs as requested by the BOS and lead their own interests through studies on youth needs and development.
ELIGIBILITY
Youth who are between the ages of 13-18 and reside in Yolo County are welcome to apply. At the time of appointment, commissioners shall be no younger than 13 and no older than 18 years of age.
Applications are now closed for the Yolo Youth Commission! The next application period will open in late 2023. If you have questions about eligibility or how to apply, contact Annissa Iniguez, Administrative Assistant, Equity and Support Services, at annisa.iniguez@ycoe.org or (530) 669-3772.
Adopted and approved by the Yolo County Board of Supervisors on March 21, 2023.
