Join the UpStreet Youth Advisory Board to help shape and strengthen our teen mental wellness programs!
What is UpStreet’s Youth Advisory Board?
UpStreet’s Youth Advisory Board empowers youth ages 12-22 to shape and strengthen teen mental wellness programming through outreach, education, and event planning. Youth Advisory Board members serve a one school year term, working collaboratively with their peers and our staff to ensure that UpStreet continues to reflect the needs of the youth it serves.
Why does UpStreet need a Youth Advisory Board?
UpStreet is for teens and young adults. Teen and young adult voices and experiences are essential to both the development and continued programming of UpStreet. We want to empower young people to advocate for themselves and their peers on issues related to mental wellness.
How do I know if I’m a good fit for the Youth Advisory Board?
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Are you between the ages of 12-22 and passionate about youth mental health?
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Do you want to learn more about mental health peer support, community outreach, and policy?
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Do you want to help advocate for mental health awareness and resources for youth?
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Are you free from 4-5 pm on the first and third Monday of every month, October through June?
If you answered yes to these questions, you may be perfect for the UpStreet Youth Advisory Board!
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What do our Youth Advisory Board members do?
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Attend YAB meetings every first and third Monday of the month
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Help develop outreach and social media content
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Represent UpStreet at community events
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Advocate and build awareness of youth mental health in the Pittsburgh community
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Collaborate on the design and appearance of UpStreet
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Help plan special events and programs related to mental wellness
What’s the timeline?
Applications due – Friday, Sept. 12th
Interviews – Monday, Sept. 15th through Friday, Sept. 19th
Applicants notified – Friday, Sept. 26th
First Meetings – Monday, Oct. 6 & Monday, Oct. 20th (4-5 pm)
Monthly Meetings – Every first and third Monday of the month (4-5 pm)
