CROSSROADS YOUTH COUNCIL MEMBER

1 week ago

Boston, United States DotHouse Health Full time

Overview Fields Corner Crossroads Collaborative (FCCC) seeks young people to join a new youth council to help create a vision for Fields Corner. The youth council will develop leadership skills, strengthen the Fields Corner community, increase youth communication with municipal leaders, provide insight into youth issues, and train peers. The Crossroads Youth Council is a group of 8-12 youth (15-18 years old) led by the FCCC youth coordinator and project director. The peer leaders (19-25 years old) will work closely with the youth coordinator and two other peer leaders to help guide and lead the youth members. What is Fields Corner Crossroads Collaborative: This Children’s Health Equity (CHEq) grant-funded organization is sponsored by the Fields Corner Crossroads Collaborative. The FCCC youth council will work closely with the youth and civic engagement programs at MassCOSH, DotHouse Health, Asian American Resource Workers, VietAID, New England United for Justice, Louis Brown Peace Institute, DotHouse Health, Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester, and All Dorchester Sports and Leadership. The requirements will be 25 hours a week during the summer and 10 hours during the school year. This position is funded through Sucesslink. DotHouse Health fiscally sponsors Fields Corner Crossroads. DotHouse’s mission is to: 1) be an essential resource for our community in its efforts to achieve the highest levels of health, well-being, and quality of life for its residents; 2) provide affordable, accessible, and exceptional health care and other essential services in an environment that respects our consumers, our staff and our diverse community; and 3) be a leading force for change in the health, economic and social status of our community. General Duties & Responsibilities Attend and participate in Youth Council Meetings Meet, discuss, plan, and implement youth-led activities with the support of the youth coordinator and project director Work with youth coordinators and partner organizations on storytelling initiatives Increase civic engagement and community advocacy within self and peers through door knocking, training, and tabling at community events Advocate for youth needs in Fields Corner Implementation of youth team projects, including a $100,000 Participatory Budget in collaboration with the youth council, coordinator, and Director What you will get out of the experience Develop workforce skills Raise youth-related issues with community members Prioritize social change and justice Learn more about the civic process, inequalities, participatory budgeting, and more Building youth power in Fields Corner Tentative Fall Schedule Tuesdays — 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM Wednesdays — 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Thursdays — 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM Requirements Must be between the ages of 15-22 years old. Must be welcoming to working in an underserved community of Dorchester. #J-18808-Ljbffr

  • OYEA- Mayors Youth Council

    6 days ago

    Boston, Massachusetts, United States City of Boston Full time $30,000 - $40,000 per year

    OverviewThe Mayor's Youth Council is the center of youth participation in Boston's City Government. It allows its members to influence policy and enact programs and initiatives. In addition to being a structure that amplifies youth voice in Boston, MYC seeks to educate its members as well as Boston youth in general, in civics, job readiness, financial...

  • Youth Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Youth Guidance Full time

    About Our Organization Youth Guidance creates and implements school-based programs that enable children to overcome obstacles, focus on their education, and ultimately, to succeed in school and in life. We believe that no matter what challenges a young person faces, they are more likely to succeed when they have caring adults in their lives. Our highly...

  • Program Officer, Artists and Youth

    3 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Mass Cultural Council Full time

    EQUITY STATEMENT Mass Cultural Council is committed to the equitable investment of all resources and to providing leadership that fosters a cultural sector where racial diversity thrives, decolonization is realized, and inclusion, accessibility, and belonging are the norm. The rich diversity of Massachusetts’ communities, residents, and visitors is...

  • Program Officer, Artists and Youth

    4 days ago

    Boston, MA, United States Mass Cultural Council Full time

    EQUITY STATEMENT Mass Cultural Council is committed to the equitable investment of all resources and to providing leadership that fosters a cultural sector where racial diversity thrives, decolonization is realized, and inclusion, accessibility, and belonging are the norm. The rich diversity of Massachusetts' communities, residents, and visitors is essential...

  • Program Officer, Artists and Youth

    6 days ago

    Boston, MA, United States Mass Cultural Council Full time

    EQUITY STATEMENT Mass Cultural Council is committed to the equitable investment of all resources and to providing leadership that fosters a cultural sector where racial diversity thrives, decolonization is realized, and inclusion, accessibility, and belonging are the norm. The rich diversity of Massachusetts' communities, residents, and visitors is essential...

  • Program Officer, Artists and Youth

    2 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Mass Cultural Council Full time

    Program OfficerMass Cultural Council is committed to the equitable investment of all resources and to providing leadership that fosters a cultural sector where racial diversity thrives, decolonization is realized, and inclusion, accessibility, and belonging are the norm. The rich diversity of Massachusetts' communities, residents, and visitors is essential...

  • Equity-Driven Program Officer, Arts

    2 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Mass Cultural Council Full time

    A state agency advancing cultural programs in Massachusetts seeks a Program Officer. This role entails administering youth development programs, supporting artists, and ensuring compliance while fostering community engagement. Candidates should have experience in arts education and strong organizational skills. The position involves a hybrid work model,...

  • Future Leaders Program at Metropolitan Council For Educational Opportunity

    2 weeks ago

    Boston, MA, United States METROPOLITAN COUNCIL FOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY METCO INC Full time

    The FLP is a research study funded by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). This study will test the effectiveness of the Leadership, Engagement, and Youth Action Program with Mindfulness (LEAP) in improving mental health and wellbeing among high school students. Students work together to identify community challenges and to...

  • Youth Program Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston Full time

    Join to apply for the Youth Program Leader role at Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston.PurposeDevelop and implement curriculum that reinforces lessons learned during the school day and exposes members to a broad range of interesting, developmentally appropriate areas such as the arts, education, technology, sports, life skills, and...

  • Youth Program Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Boston, United States Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston Full time

    Develop and implement curriculum that reinforces lessons learned during the school day and expose members to a broad range of interesting, developmentally appropriate areas such as the arts, education, technology, sports, life skills and leadership.Responsibilities:Develop, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate activities.Assist members with...