How to Apply

Application Deadline: 

All application deadlines have passed

Eligibility Requirements:

The Governor's Statewide Youth Council will be comprised of 28 young people ages 14-20 representing the 14 counties of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  Members will serve for two years. Applications to the Council will be reviewed by the Governor's Office.

The Executive Office of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Governor’s Office of Community Affairs, will oversee council meetings and activities. In addition to quarterly meetings, youth council members are expected to meet on a regular basis. Meetings may last up to 2 hours and may be photographed, videotaped or recorded. There will be a few full day meetings.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office. 

To Apply, You Will Have to Submit:

1. A data form with short answers
2. A recommendation form (to be completed by a non-family member adult, e.g. teacher, mentor, program leader, coach, or employer)
3. An adult sponsor form (if you do not have an adult sponsor we will help you identify one)
4. A parent/guardian consent form

Download the Youth Council Application:

As Rich Text Format: Click here to download the Youth Council application
As a PDF: Click here to download the Youth Council application

Send the Completed Application Via Regular Mail or Fax to:

Anny Jean-Jacques
Office of Community Affairs
State House, Room 160
Boston, MA 02133

(617) 725-4088 (fax)