National Youth Advisory Cabinet Application

The National Youth Advisory Cabinet (YAC) is a group of young people that provides youth voice and guidance to Camp Fire National Headquarters.

Youth ages 16 to 18 who have participated in at least one Camp Fire program, event, or activity are invited to apply for a one year term.

Youth on the National YAC will...

advise the Leadership Team at National Headquarters on a monthly basis using an online platform such as Zoom*
- Please note that during the 2023-2024 school-year, we are requiring that YAC members do not miss more than 2 meetings. Given that we only meet once a month, attending each meeting is extremely important for participation.
be paid for every hour of attendance and participation

Term

September 2023 through June 2024

Note that members will have the ability to meet more frequently to build community if desired, but not required.

What young people will experience

A safe space where young people can bring their full selves,
Connect with other young people,
In an engaging and fun way,
That honors the power of young people and,
Meaningfully includes them in decision-making at Camp Fire National Headquarters.

*Please do not be deterred from applying if access to technology is something that could be an issue for you. Camp Fire is committed to ensuring that each member on YAC can fully participate.

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* 1. Please provide the following information

Name

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 2. We are asking that every applicant provide at least one adult champion at your Camp Fire council that can serve both as a reference and accountability partner for the school-year. Please list your Camp Fire adult champion below:

Name

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 3. We are asking that every applicant provide a caregiver/parent contact. Please list their contact information below:

Name

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 4. Your Council Name

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* 5. What is your birthday?

Date of Birth

Date

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* 6. Year in School starting in Fall 2023 (For example: Junior in High School)

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* 7. School Name

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* 8. How are you connected to Camp Fire?

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* 9. Tell us about yourself! You decide what to share so we can get to know you better. We strongly believe in bringing together diverse experiences and perspectives to YAC, so please use this space to share more about who you are.

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* 10. Why are you applying to be on YAC?

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* 11. Is there any motto or quote you live by? If so, how does it impact your life?

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* 12. What does “youth voice” mean to you?

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* 13. I understand that if I am accepted to be on Camp Fire's National Youth Advisory Cabinet, I am expected to attend monthly meetings. I will not miss more than 2 meetings during the school-year.

Yes

Thank you for completing this application!