The purpose of the CDAD Youth Advisory Council is for youth from different areas of Detroit to come together to identify their needs and the needs of their communities, and come up with action-based solutions by:

1. Increasing youth awareness about what community development is and what it looks like in Detroit
2. Developing leadership skills and leading projects that will positively impact Detroit communities
3. Creating opportunities for youth to provide input about development happening in their communities
4. Building effective youth-adult partnerships to advocate for equitable and inclusive community development



The CDAD Youth Advisory Council is looking for:

-Youth ages 13 to 18
-Youth who are connected to the city of Detroit (live, go to school, work, or engage in extra-curricular activities in Detroit)
-Youth interested in learning more about and getting involved in community development
-Youth who want to strengthen their leadership skills
-Youth who are committed to working together to create positive change in Detroit communities



Expectations of Youth Advisory Council Members:

>Attendance at virtual orientation in early December 2020
>Attendance at monthly meetings from January - August 2021
>Additional committee meetings as needed
>Active participation in meetings and communication in between meetings
>Completion of a community project to be determined by the council
>Mutual respect for all council members and facilitators


Members of the council will be able to earn up to a $500 participation stipend

We will continue to monitor and adhere to COVID-19 meeting requirements. All meetings will be virtual until further notice



IMPORTANT DATES:

*Application deadline is Monday, November 9th
*If selected for an interview, virtual interviews will be held via zoom the week of Nov 16th.
*Candidates selected to be on the council will be required to attend a virtual orientation in early December.
*Full programming begins 2021.