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.
Want to Partner with the Minnesota Youth Council?
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MYC Calendar
October
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Full Council Meeting – Sunday, October 12th 1-4pm (CD 1) Rochester
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Students on School Boards: A Conversation Minneapolis Central Library – Sunday, October 26th 2:30-4:30pm
November
- Full Council Meeting – Sunday, November 9th 1-4pm (CD 3)
December
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Full Council Winter Retreat Friday, December 12th 4pm-Sunday, December 14th 11am Osprey Wilds
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Full Council Meeting – Saturday, December 13th 2-5pm (CD 8) Sandstone
January
- Full Council Meeting – Sunday, January 18th 1-4pm (CD 4) Woodbury
February
- Full Council Meeting – Sunday, February 15th 1-4pm (CD 6) Big Lake
March
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Full Council Meeting – Sunday, March 1st 1-4pm (CD 5) Minneapolis
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Youth Day at the Capitol – Tuesday, March 3rd 8am-5pm MN History Center/State Capitol St. Paul, MN
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First MYC Full Legislative Committee Hearing – Tuesday, March 3rd 1:30-4:30pm State Capitol St. Paul, MN
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April
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Full Council Meeting – Sunday, April 19th 1-4pm (CD 4) at Minnesota Alliance with Youth Office
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Final Full Council Legislative Committee Hearing – Thursday, April 30th 1:30pm-4:30pm Tentative Date
May
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Global Days of Service & Full Council Spring Retreat Friday, May 1st 4pm – Sunday, May 3rd 11am (CD 7) –
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Full Council Meeting – Saturday, May 2nd 2-5pm at Spring Retreat (CD 7)
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