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The application period for the Escambia County Youth Commission has closed as of Feb. 28, 2019. Please stay tuned for more information. 

About the Escambia County Youth Commission

The Escambia County Youth Commission was created to give Escambia youth a vehicle to participate in the process of county government. Youth Commissioners will become familiar with how government operates and resolve issues. They will also get to participate in county events and be a voice for Escambia County youth. 

Leadership, service and excellence represent just a few of the many qualities that describe the Escambia County Youth Commission, its members, and the work that this organization will produce. Sponsored by the Escambia County Board of Commissioners, the Escambia County Youth Commission is a leadership and service-orientated program that empowers young people to become knowledgeable and involved in the local governmental process.

Escambia County needs young leaders who want to serve their commission districts on behalf of their peers and learn how to influence public policy.  Applications for service on the 2019-2020 Youth Commission are now available until Feb. 28, 2019.

The 2019-2020 Youth Commission consists of five members.

Youth Commission Application 
Program Requirements
 Must be a resident of Escambia County.
 Must be in 10th or 11th grade during the 2019-2020 academic school year.
 Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA (unweighted).
Office: 850-595-3476
Email: cmr@myescambia.com

Mission

The program seeks to achieve the following:Front of the Ernie Lee Magaha Government Complex on Palafox Place

 

  • Encourage leadership and self-empowerment
  • Enhance public speaking and presentation skills
  • Develop critical thinking skills that enhance life skills
  • Teach participants advocacy skills that will apply to their communities
  • Teach participants the functions of government and legislative processes   
  • Teach students decision-making skills that will help them live a positive lifestyle 

The Escambia County Youth Commission will learn how to influence the future direction of their communities through the following activities:

 

  • Impacting policies and legislation
  • Interacting with politicians on the local and state level
  • Speaking out on behalf of ALL Escambia County youth
  • Helping local government better understand the issues facing youth
  • Planning community events and participating in volunteer projects
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