YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER
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IndyEast Promise Neighborhood Youth Advisory Board members are neighborhood youth who will advise IndyEast Promise Neighborhood staff, Community Advisory Board, and leaders, bringing unique knowledge and skills to the initiative. They will provide a fresh perspective on programmatic issues and will play a significant public relations role in raising awareness and encouraging participation in the initiative.

Throughout their 12-month term, members will advise staff and leaders, collaborate with the Community Advisory Board, engage neighborhood youth, and develop projects to achieve greater awareness and community change. Participants will attend bi-monthly meetings and will actively engage and advise within the four IndyEast Promise Neighborhood Domains: Learn Early, Learn in School, Learn for College and Career, and Learn in Community. Other benefits include a stipend during the duration of their term, free meals during meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Be a Part of the Youth Advisory Board

We're looking for neighborhood youth from 6th - 11th grade who want to make a difference in the community, grow their leadership skills, and build stronger connections with their peers and community leaders. This opportunity is only available for youth that attend a school OR live within the Promise Neighborhood boundaries. Participants will receive a $150 per month stipend, and meetings will be held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from noon – 2 p.m.

Now Accepting Applications

Applications for the 2024 Youth Advisory Board are open through March 1, 2024. Applications are due online or via email by 5 p.m. on March 1, 2024.

Questions? Attend an Upcoming Information Session

Interested participants can ask their questions and fill out an application during an info session. If you have questions about attending an information session, please reach out to Rainie Grant.

Information Session Dates

February 24 | 3:30 – 5 p.m.Martindale Brightwood Library Branch2434 N Sherman Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46218

February 25 | 3:30 – 5 p.m.

Eligibility Requirements

• Students currently enrolled in 6th – 11th grade.
• Students who live within the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood OR attend a school within the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood.

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