Join the Youth Advisory Council

Illinois Coalition for School Health Centers (ICSHC)


Joing the Youth Advisory Council's (YAC)

 

Meet new people, learn leadership skills, and make a difference!


It’s hard for people our age to find affordable, accessible and QUALITY healthcare, that’s why we work hard to make positive change for school health centers or full-service medical clinics in schools. Students who can get convenient, affordable and teen-friendly healthcare are more likely to stay healthy, stay in school and be successful.  This year, in addition to our work for School Health Centers, we are launching a campaign against the tobacco industry which often targets children and youth to start unhealthy behaviors. 

We are the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) of the Illinois Coalition for School Health Centers and we are making a difference! We are student leaders from schools just like yours that have school health centers, and we care about the health of our peers. YAC members lobby congressmen and women, educate their peers and the community on youth health issues, and run an anti-tobacco campaign. 

 

Qualifications

  • Current high school student or mature middle school student in a school with a health center

  • Interest in health and tobacco cessation issues

  • Ability to inspire and recruit other young people to the health movement

  • Positive attitude and a willingness to learn

  • Ability to attend bi-weekly meetings in addition to monthly trainings and occasional events

  • While previous community work is encouraged, it is not required


YAC members must commit to at least a year, but preferably more.



To Apply:

Print this application or call Jennifer at (312) 491-8161 ext. 32 or email at jweisensee@ilmaternal.org for more information.

 

Application Deadline:

Applications are due Wednesday, October 12th. Accepted applicants will be notified the following week and our first (required) meeting.



Diverse perspectives and experiences enhance the way the Illinois Coalition for School Health Centers (ICSHC) approaches issues, as well as the creativity and effectiveness of our work.