Mayor Benjamin calls for applicants for the Columbia Youth Commission
November 24, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Mayor Benjamin and City Council have just kicked off the application process for the spring session of the Columbia Youth Commission. For the third consecutive year, the City of Columbia will be selecting students for this program in order to provide leadership and improve youth services around the community. The Columbia Youth Commission is a service program for local high school students between the ages 14 and 18.
The purpose of the Columbia Youth Commission is to encourage youth involvement in the community, enhance leadership skills and vocalize the ideas and concerns of our City’s youth. The mission of this program is to provide civic participation and involvement in the community while promoting positive activities and opportunities for youth in Columbia.
The City of Columbia strongly encourages applicants throughout the region. If selected, the students will have opportunities to network within their municipal government and with community leaders.
This program is not only about what our applicants can do for the City of Columbia, but how the City of Columbia can better serve them and their peers. The youth in our community are a vital part of our community.
Applications can be submitted immediately. The deadline for applications is December 15, 2015. The application can be found on the City of Columbia website. In addition to filling out an application, the student must also provide a letter of recommendation.
