Introduction:
The purpose of a Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is for youth to explore, discuss and recommend effective ways to engage themselves in the activities of Tehama County PAL. Membership in the Youth Leadership Council will provide youth with leadership opportunities, education, new relationships and lots of fun as they work with their peers for the betterment of their PAL and their community.
The objective of the Youth Leadership Council is to develop leadership skills in the members, provide support and enhance PAL programs.
The Goals of the Youth Leadership Council:
- Involve youth in the decision making process relative to policies, programs and activities of their respective PAL
- Educate youth in the democratic process of governing their own Youth Leadership Council
- Encourage youth to volunteer in a community service program
- Improve communication between PAL Staff and youth
- Provide positive peer role models and a continuous forum to voice concerns
- Provide methods of reaching out to youth who are wanting to get involved, afraid or dont know how to take the initiative
- Instill a sense of civic pride and responsibility, develop leadership skills, enhance self-esteem and be a voice in the PAL process.
- An alternative to juvenile crime
Membership Requirements:
- 7th - 12th grade
- 2.0 minimum Grade Point Average
- Attending school and no negative contact with any law enforcement agency within the past six months
- Drug, alcohol and tobacco free
- Letter of recommendation from non-family member stating reason (s) why applicant would make an outstanding contribution to the Youth Leadership Council
- Perform 4-8 hours of community service per month
