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Join the Youth Advisory Council!
The California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls is thrilled to announce that the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) application for the Commission’s 2026-2027 Council is open until July 15, 2026! YAC provides young women and girls in California (ages 14-20) with a meaningful platform to engage with the Commission’s legislative work and help shape and elevate policies that impact their lives. Youth have the opportunity to connect with other youth across the state, develop advocacy and leadership skills, obtain hands-on experience with California’s policy process, participate in mentorship, and have transformative conversations about the needs of our state’s young people. For all the details, including instructions, timeline, and eligibility information, please visit the Youth Advisory Council’s Application page
Please share with your networks and encourage youth to apply!
About the Commission
For nearly 60 years, the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls has identified and worked to eliminate inequities in state laws, practices, and conditions that affect California’s women and girls. Established as a state agency with 17 appointed commissioners in 1965, the Commission regularly assesses gender equity in health, safety, employment, education, and equal representation in the military, and the media. The Commission provides leadership through research, policy and program development, education, outreach and collaboration, advocacy, and strategic partnerships.
All references to “women and girls” include gender-expansive individuals, cis women and girls, trans women and girls, nonbinary individuals, gender-nonconforming individuals, genderqueer individuals, and any women or girl identified individuals.
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