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Youth Council

The Youth Council is a subgroup of WorkLink and is a mandate of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Youth Council members are volunteer men and women who have a special interest or expertise in youth policy. Under the WIA, the membership of the Youth Council must include:

  • Members of the local Workforce Investment Board (WIB) who have a special interest or expertise in youth policy;
  • Members who represent service agencies, such as juvenile justice and local low enforcement agencies;
  • Members who represent local public housing authorities;
  • Parents of eligible youth seeking assistance under WIA;
  • Individuals and members representing organizations that have experience relating to youth activities; and
  • Members who represent Job Corps Centers, if a Center is located in the local area.

While the Act requires certain representation, it also leaves considerable discretion to the local WIB and local elected official(s) to determine the appropriate additional members needed to create a Youth Council that best represents the community and one that will be successful in accomplishing the goals of the Youth Council. Members are appointed to the Youth Council by the local WIB, with input and consultation of the local elected official(s).

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2008 Summer Youth Newsletter (.pdf)



What We Do

  • Plan and manage youth funds received in the Pendleton District (Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties);
  • Build community awareness and demonstrate leadership and address key development, education and employment issues affecting youth;
  • Facilitate coordination of youth activities in the community;
  • Influence and leverage other community youth funds and services; and
  • Address the specific needs of youth in the community.