The Black Youth Advisory Board Application 2026-2027
The Black Youth Advisory Board (BlackYAB or BYAB), in partnership with Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council (BACHAC), will plan and/or implement recommendations from the African American Community Assessment 2023. 

Youth will develop and design events/activities for and by Black youth in San Mateo County that focus on belonging, leadership development, and civic engagement. Youth will help implement recommendations of the African American Community Assessment that focus on cultural heritage identity, social connection, and outreach/engagement.

Youth will gain leadership experience, community service hours, a small financial stipend, recommendations, and an opportunity to impact the Black community. 

Interested Youth who identify as Black who live, work, or study in San Mateo County are invited to apply. Leadership Opportunity is October 2026-June 2027. Please apply by September 11th.

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THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD
  1. Develop social media campaigns that engage Black youth, especially those living in San Mateo County.
  2. Work in partnership with the College Mentor/Project Manager to share the needs of youth.
  3. Participate in community events to share our message.
  4. Work on a team with other youth and young adults to plan and implement activities that meet our three priorities (cultural heritage identity, social connection, and outreach/engagement).
  5. Attend orientation, training, and meetings as needed.
  6. Attend bimonthly YAB meetings mostly virtual by Zoom or in person, as needed.
  7. Attend gatherings and events in person and help champion getting other youth involved.
  8. Commit to two Community Service Activities to promote health, mental wellness, and/or Black Culture.
If selected, Youth and Young Adults must attend YAB orientation hosted at the Domini Hoskins Black History Museum in Redwood City.
ROLES OF YOUTH LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY in San Mateo County

Black Youth Advisory Board (YAB) to plan activities of interest to peers that are fun and focused on cultural pride, connection with other Black peers regarding belonging, leadership development, and civic engagement. Opportunity Details: Meets monthly primarily in person for 1.5 -2.0 hours and attend planned activities virtually as neededRecruiting:  youth 9th -12th Grade years old, 10-15 members who live or study in San Mateo County.  | Must attend orientation to qualify for the BlackYAB.

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