What We Do

Youth Commissioners must be between the ages of 13 - 19 and live or go to school in Seattle.

Develop public-speaking, facilitation, organizing and communication skills
Cultivate a deeper appreciation of cultural competency and inclusive civic engagement
Learn from key community and City leaders and build new relationships
Discuss issues and solutions with other Seattle youth and develop projects that address those concerns
Advise the Mayor, City Council and City departments on issues that impact youth in Seattle
Collaborate on a community project with other Youth Commissioners
Plan an annual event (or several events) that connects youth to local government and topics they care about

Seattle Youth Commission