Toledo Reporter

TOLEDO, OH – Toledo’s Parks and Youth Services is excited to announce the opening of applications for the Youth Advisory Board. This initiative aims to empower 12 to 18 students, aged 14 to 18, who will serve a two-year term, contributing a vital youth perspective to decision-making processes regarding the city park system.

Application Period: March 1st to April 1st

The Youth Advisory Board will meet monthly, providing members with valuable experiences in leadership, business etiquette, community service, and park operations. Collaborating with park and recreation department staff, the board's mission is to foster inclusivity in the city's park system, address youth concerns in Toledo, and develop action plans to engage more youth.

"The Youth Advisory Board offers Toledo's youth a platform to learn about city government, make a positive impact on their community, and develop leadership skills," Daveion Beach, Youth Program Coordinator, said. "We are excited to offer this opportunity for Toledo's youth to have a voice in their community."

Key Details:

Applications accepted until April 1st

Monthly meetings for skill development

Two-year term for selected membersFor more information or to apply for the Youth Advisory Board visit: toledo.oh.gov/youth-board

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