Youth Advisory Council
The M-NCPPC Youth Advisory Council (YAC) in Prince George’s County is established through the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County. The YAC gives youth in Prince George’s County meaningful leadership experiences designed to make programs more youth-driven and promote youth engagement and higher attendance at facilities and special events.
The YAC is comprised of about 20 high school-age youth living in Prince George’s County. YAC offers priceless opportunities for teens to have an active and formal leadership role and voice in the County, as well as in the Department of Parks and Recreation’s administration, plans, programs, activities, policies, and decision-making process.
With the benefit of YAC’s feedback, effective advocacy, advice, and recommendations, the Department and County are better able to meet the specific needs of the youth in Prince George’s County, which is the paramount objective of the YAC. YAC members initiate, develop and implement community service projects and special events throughout the school year, including fun, sociable, and safe teen events.
Membership Benefits
As a member of YAC, one can expect to receive many rewards and benefits, including:
- Receiving unlimited leadership-building and training opportunities
- Enlarging your network by serving with a countywide and diverse group of youth, as well as community members and County leaders
- Traveling and participating in youth leadership conferences, seminars, youth retreats, and educational and cultural field trips inside and outside the County
- Adding this prestigious accomplishment to your resume distinguishes you from other teens
- Earning student service learning credits or community service hours
- Gaining expertise in developing county-wide youth projects not available elsewhere
Apply
To apply, send your name, resume, school information, and list of extracurricular activities to Stephen.Makle@pgparks.com. Meetings will be held in person at various community centers and online via Microsoft Teams/Zoom.
Additional Information
Email Stephen Makle or call: 301-446-3416; MD Relay 711 with any additional questions.
