Youth Advisory Board

Where Community Is Built 

For Youth By Youth 

YAB members tackle a range of social problems that concern youth, from alcohol, tobacco, and drug misuse prevention to stress relief and peer support for students. Current projects support youth peer mentoring, self-care, and evidence-based training to foster mental wellness and change the culture of their schools and communities.

“I am involved in many extracurricular activities such as speech, one-act, FBLA, track, etc.; however, YAB has made one of the biggest positive impacts on me. When I joined the Youth Advisory Board, I was terrified of meeting new people and making new connections, but I slowly started opening up. As I shared more of my ideas and worked on different projects, my confidence grew. I realized I want to meet new people and advocate for those who can’t advocate for themselves. I want to help the people who suffered like I did when I was twelve, thirteen, and fourteen. Today, I feel more confident speaking to others, standing up for things I believe in, and sharing my ideas.”
–Abby Lewandowski
YAM Member, Ravenna High School

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