Minnesota Youth Council
The 36 representatives of the Minnesota Youth Council amplify the voice and power of young people across our state.
Council Values
The Council serves as liaison between young people statewide, youth-led and youth-serving organizations, and the adults elected to lead Minnesota from the capitol in Saint Paul. Through their official role advising the Governor and state legislature, Council representatives are building a state where all decisions that affect young people are made with and by young people.
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Youth Voice
We believe in the power and importance of ensuring all youth having a voice in their community and state.
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Authentic Relationships
We value authentic relationships among youth, adults, organizations and communities.
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Youth in Service
We support the involvement of young people in meaningful and engaging work focused on results.
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Access for All Youth
We believe in connecting all young people with access to resources and opportunities.
About the Council
Created by state statute in 2013, the Minnesota Youth Council is the official voice of young people statewide. Thirty-six representatives from Minnesota middle schools and high schools advise the Governor and state legislature on issues that affect their generation, creating a Minnesota that works better for everyone. Council members:
- select introduced bills for consideration for public hearing;
- propose youth legislation;
- provide advisory opinions to the legislature on bills; and
- prepare a youth omnibus bill.
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MYC Calendar
August 2026
Youth Day at the Capitol – Planning Retreat Wednesday, August 5th OPTIONAL
- State Capitol – Veteran’s Service Building
Summer Kickoff Retreat – Sunday, August 9th 5pm – Thursday, August 13th 2pm St. Paul
- Families invited to dinner on Sunday at 6pm
September 2026
Full Council Meeting #1- Sunday, September 13th 1:30-4pm
- Alliance Office – 2550 University Ave W Suite 200N, St Paul, MN 55114
External Events
- MN Alliance With Youth AmeriCorps Kickoff August 31st-September 4th
October 2026
Full Council Meeting #2 – Sunday, October 4th 1:30-4pm
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- Location TBD
MYC Leadership Summit, TBD
External Events
- Minnesota Prevention Alliance Program Sharing Conference – October 13th-14th St. Cloud
November 2026
Full Council Meeting – Sunday, November 8th 1:30-4pm
- Alliance Office – 2550 University Ave W Suite 200N, St Paul, MN 55114
External Events
- Catalyst Changemakers at the Capitol
December 2026
Winter Retreat Friday, December 4th 5pm-Sunday, December 6th 11:30am
Full Council Meeting – Saturday, December 5th 1:30-4pm
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- Cloquet (CD8)
January 2027
Full Council Meeting Sunday, January 3rd 1:30-4pm
- Alliance Office – 2550 University Ave W Suite 200N, St Paul, MN 55114
External Events
- MDE and Project Success Youth Summit MLK Day
- Youth In Government Thursday – Sunday, January 7th-10th
- MN School Board Association Conference
February 2027
Full Council Meeting – Sunday, February 7th 1:30-4pm (Confirmation of Bills for MYC Leg Committee Hearing Agenda)
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- CD 7 Location TBD
YDAC Tuesday, February 23rd
- MYC Legislative Committee Hearing #1
External Events
- DECA States
- MAAP Conference Feb 3rd-7th
March 2027
Full Council Meeting – Sunday, March 14th 1:30-4pm (Confirmation of Bills for MYC Leg Committee Hearing Agenda)
- Alliance Office – 2550 University Ave W Suite 200N, St Paul, MN 55114
April 2027
Spring Retreat Thursday, April 8th 6pm – Sunday, April 11th 11:30am
Final Full Council Legislative Committee Hearing – Arrive Thursday evening stay near the Capitol Friday, April 9th 9:30am-12:30pm
Full Council Meeting – Saturday, April 10th
- Retreat location for Friday night-Sunday Location TBD
External Events
- Model UN
May 2027
Full Council Meeting – Sunday, May 2nd 1:30-4pm
- Alliance Office – 2550 University Ave W Suite 200N, St Paul, MN 55114
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96%
of MYC Representatives
reported that participating in the MYC improved their professional skills -
92%
of MYC Representatives
reported that participating in the MYC improved their personal skills -
50%
of MYC Representatives
reported that participating in the MYC made them more confident in training others
