Seeks Youth Leader to Represent the County for the 2025-2026 Term
The Westchester County Youth Bureau is seeking a dedicated youth leader 13-21 years old to participate in the prestigious New York State Governor’s Youth Council: a forum for advocacy that facilitates an ongoing dialogue with policy-makers to better address issues and concerns faced by youth in their communities.
Members of the Governor’s Youth Council will meet virtually with their Regional Peers and Regional Representative bi-monthly as well as participate with state-wide peers at youth-led events. This exciting opportunity is available to only one qualifying candidate from each of the 62 counties in New York State. Members of the Youth Council will provide recommendations to the Governor and other policymakers on a wide variety of issues.
2025-2026 Topics of Focus Include:
• Youth Mental Health
• Social Media Impact on Youth
• Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Youth Voice and Engagement
• Environmental Impacts in Our Communities
Interested youth looking to proactively impact issues in their communities who reside in Westchester County should review the guidelines and submit an application by June 4, 2025 through the NYS Governor’s Youth Council online portal.
Please contact the Westchester County Youth Bureau with any questions at or by calling 914-995-2745.