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2026-2027 APILO Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Application
About API Legal Outreach (APILO): 
API Legal Outreach is a non-profit social justice organization founded in 1975. Our mission is to provide culturally competent and linguistically appropriate legal and social services to the most marginalized segments of the community. We work on issues ranging from housing and immigration to domestic violence and seniors' rights.

What is the Youth Advisory Council (YAC)? 
The YAC is a cohort of high school student leaders dedicated to social justice, community organizing, and legal advocacy. As a YAC member, you will:
• Collaborate on community projects and social justice campaigns.
• Receive mentorship from legal professionals and community organizers.
• Develop leadership, public speaking, and advocacy skills.

Stipend: Members receive a $650 stipend every three months for their active participation.
Commitment: Meetings are held in person at our Oakland office every Sunday from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, plus occasional mid-week virtual subcommittee meetings.

Note: Some questions ask about identity and access needs. Your answers are confidential and help us build a cohort that reflects diverse lived experiences and ensure we can support your participation.
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Email *
Commitment Acknowledgement (Required) *
I understand YAC meets in person on Sundays (12–2pm in Oakland Chinatown) and includes occasional virtual subcommittee meetings. If selected, I can participate through August 2027.
Required
Section 1: Contact Information
Full Name *
Preferred Name (if different from full name)
Your Pronouns *
Phone Number *
Best way to contact you *
Is it safe for us to text your phone number? *
Current High School *
Grade Level *
If you selected Other / not listed for grade level, specify (optional)
City you live in *
Are you under 18? *
Parent/Guardian or Trusted Adult Contact Info (Optional)
Name + relationship + phone/email (optional).
Section 2: Referral & Outreach
How did you hear about the APILO YAC? *
If you selected Other, specify (optional)
Referral Credit: If a specific person or organization referred you, list their name here so we can thank them (optional)
May we contact the person/organization you listed to thank them? (optional)
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Section 3: Accessibility & Access Needs
Physical & Learning Accommodations: How can we best support your participation? (optional)
Learning Style & Neurodiversity: How do you learn or communicate best? (optional)
Dietary Restrictions: Any allergies or preferences for our Sunday lunches? (optional)
Technology Access: Do you have reliable internet and a device for virtual meetings? (optional)
Clear selection
If you selected Other for interpretation/translation, specify (optional)
Interpretation/Translation Needs for a parent/guardian (optional)
If you selected Other for parent/guardian interpretation/translation, specify (optional)
Section 4: Interests & Experience
Areas of Passion: Which social justice issues are you most interested in? (Select all that apply) *
Required
If you selected Other for areas of passion, specify (optional)
Statement of Interest: In 2–3 paragraphs, why do you want to join YAC and what does social justice mean to you? *
Aim for at least 6–10 sentences total. You can write more if you want.
Growth Goals: What skills do you hope to develop? *
Prior organizing/leadership experience *
Team role interests (optional): What kinds of roles are you most interested in? (Select all that apply)
If you selected Other for team role interests, specify (optional)
Creative Portfolio (Optional): Share a link to any art, writing, or projects you are proud of
Examples: Google Drive link, Dropbox link, website link. Make sure sharing settings allow viewing.
Links (Optional): Share a website or social media link that showcases your work
Section 5: Time Commitments & Availability
Weekly project capacity (outside Sunday meetings): How many hours can you usually commit to YAC projects each week? *
Competing weekly commitments (select all that apply) *
Required
If you selected Other, specify (optional)
Schedule reality check: Briefly describe your typical week. What might make it hard to participate consistently, and what support would help you stay engaged? *
Best times for virtual meetings (mid-week) (select all that apply) *
Required
If you selected 'I need a different time,' share what could work (optional)
Best times for project work (optional) (select all that apply)
Section 6: Logistics
Sunday Commitment: Are you available to meet in person in Oakland every Sunday (12pm–2pm)? *
Mid-week Availability: Which days work for virtual meetings? (Select all that apply) *
Required
Transportation: What support do you need to get to the Oakland office? (Select all that apply) *
Required
Closest BART/major transit stop (optional)
If you selected Other for transportation, specify (optional)
Section 7: Community Representation & Diversity
At APILO, we are committed to building a council that reflects the diverse lived experiences of youth in the Bay Area. We utilize this data to ensure our cohort represents a wide range of backgrounds and identities. Your answers are confidential.
Do you identify as Asian and/or Pacific Islander or Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color? 
Clear selection
Gender Identity 
Clear selection
If you selected self-identify for gender identity, share here (optional)
Sexuality: 
Clear selection
If you selected self-identify for sexual orientation, share here (optional)
School Support: Do you qualify for the Free/Reduced Lunch program? 
Clear selection
Household Status: Do you identify as coming from a low-income or working-class household? (optional)
Clear selection
Language: What language(s) do you speak at home? (optional)
Generational Background (optional)
Clear selection
Identity Reflection: Beyond the boxes above, what else would you like to share? (optional)
Examples: young caregiver, artist, first in family to go to college.
Consent & Preferences
Media consent preference *
Confidentiality acknowledgement (Required) *
Please check the box to confirm.
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