Youth Advisory Board

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Kennebec County Youth Advisory Board

The Kennebec County Youth Advisory Board (KC YAB) is committed to promoting substance use prevention and creating a safe and healthy community for young people. This is primarily accomplished through advocacy, education, engagement, and collaboration with community leaders, organizations, and youth.

Congratulations to Ryleigh Jacob, a 7th grade student from China Middle School who won the Youth Mattering StoryWalk competition!

This competition aims to highlight the importance of mattering among youth and the community. We invited students in 6th-12th grade to participate by crafting compelling stories that explore the significance of mattering in today's world. The winners will be selected by members of the Kennebec County Youth Advisory Board.

This StoryWalk is currently featured at the Viles Arboretum in Augusta.

"Youth Mattering" Story Competition!

Who Should Join? Youth…

  • Between the ages of 12-18

  • From both rural and urban areas

  • Who have succeeded in school as well as those who have struggled

  • Who is part of a school system (public, charter, private, semi-private), as well as those who are homeschooled. 

  • Representing different genders, religious or spiritual affiliations, sexual orientation, race/ethnicities, and socioeconomic status.

  • Who care about making a difference for young people in their community.

Why Join KC YAB?

  • Be awarded with community service hours

  • Opportunity to get involved in your community

  • Develop leadership skills

  • Connect with other youth across Kennebec County who are also passionate about creating positive change

  • Earn recognition for your part in creating a positive impact within Kennebec County

  • Opportunity to be involved in fun, exciting events!

What’s the commitment?

Attend one 30-minute Zoom meeting a week (twice a month)

Attend one monthly in-person meeting*

Actively participate in meetings and KC YAB events

*(let us know if transportation is an issue and we can provide a Zoom link instead. Contact s.young@hccame.org)

Sign up today!

Join the Kennebec County Youth Advisory Board and help make a difference in your community.

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HCCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is funded through charitable donations from people like you. Thank you for your generous support as we work to better local communities in Maine.