Youth Leadership Council
The Youth Leadership Council gives current participants, alumni, and staff a formal way to share feedback, discuss programs, and help shape HSTF’s ongoing work.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP
A formal space for feedback and leadership
To include youth in decision-making, HSTF established the Youth Leadership Council in FY24. The Council brings together alumni, current youth, and staff to discuss HSTF leadership, programs, and the experiences of young people across the organization.
The feedback and ideas shared through the Council help HSTF stay connected to the people who know the programs best.
CORE COMPONENTS
Youth voice in action
Current youth, alumni, and staff come together
The Council includes people with direct experience in HSTF programs and community work.
Participants discuss HSTF leadership and programs
Feedback informs organizational learning
WHY IT MATTERS
Helping HSTF listen, learn, and improve
The Youth Leadership Council gives participants and alumni a meaningful role in shaping HSTF. Their feedback helps staff understand what is working, where more support may be needed, and how programs can continue to grow.
This process strengthens HSTF’s commitment to youth leadership, belonging, and continuous improvement.
EXPLORE MORE
Continue exploring youth leadership at HSTF
Jóvenes en Acción
Arts, leadership, civic engagement, and youth development for teens.
It’s honestly like a second home. I’m part of the Youth Leadership Council, I’m an HSTF ambassador, and I still dance and perform.