07/12/2024
"The Columbus Youth Council (C*C) program gives Columbus high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to immerse themselves in city government and learn how they can become stewards in their community.
Selected students participate in several sessions dealing with topics such as the structure of city government, city housing & development, public safety, and much more. Sessions begin at 8 a.m. and end at 2 p.m. Meals and program supplies are provided.
Students interact with members of the Columbus City Council as well as other community speakers. Along with in-person sessions, students collaborate with other C*C students in a community project proposal for presentation to stakeholders in the Columbus community. The topics of previous years included public safety, public health, education, and criminal justice.
Program Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a High School Junior or Senior
Students must attend a Columbus City School or live in Columbus
If you have a unique situation, please reach out, and don't hesitate to apply!
Recommendations must be sent from a teacher, principal, mentor, and/or community member who interacts with the applicant and can speak to the ability of the student.
Applications are now due July 15 at 11:59 PM and can be found at Columbus.gov/C*C. Recommendations are due July 19. Please follow these links for the application and recommendation! If you have any questions, please reach out to Kendra Asiedu at [email protected] for more information!"
