Youth Advisory Board

Applications are Open for the 2025-2026 School Year!

Apply by July 1!

Click here to download the application, and please contact Executive Director Emily Hayes with any questions.

About the Youth Advisory Board 

The Youth Advisory Board is a diverse group of high school aged students, who live in or attend school in Lexington, MA. Members meet monthly during their service year to discuss an array of topics including mental health and community engagement.

As part of the Youth Advisory Board, students will collaborate with Staff and Board members to inform agency policies, procedures, and outreach efforts by sharing their perspectives on current events and issues in the media. They will also conduct a service project of their choosing and volunteer alongside YCC in the community. LHS students can receive Community Service credit!

Meet Our Youth Advisory Board Members

Ananya

Hi! I'm Ananya, a junior at Lexington High School. My interests include reading, visual art, music, and research. A fun fact about me is that I've been playing the piano for 11 years. I'm very excited to be part of the YCC Youth Advisory Board because there's a lot of potential for improving access to mental health services in our community.

Grace

I'm Grace, a junior at Lexington High School! My interests include dance, art, coding, and robotics. A fun fact about me is I don't like olives but I love Greek food! I'm really excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I am passionate about mental health and hope I can help people get the support they need.

Ava K.

I’m Ava, a freshman at Lexington High School. My interests include singing, volleyball, and art. A fun fact about me is that I love animals. I’m really excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I want to help those in need because when people are at a low, it’s important to help.

Krish

I'm Krish, a freshman at Lexington High School. My interests include playing table tennis, reading, and hanging out with my friends. A fun fact about me is that I'm actually a national-level table tennis player and have represented Team USA at the 2021 Pan-American Youth Championships in Cuenca, Ecuador. I'm really excited about joining the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I would like to help advocate for mental health awareness as it is a huge problem for kids my age and older.

Leo Q.

I'm Leo, a Junior at Lexington High School. My interests include swimming, running, and exploring the world. A fun fact about me is I love to take walks to de-stress. I'm really excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I strongly believe that a person's health leads to their success.

Steve

I'm Steve, I’m going to 11th Grade at Lexington High School. My interests include Jazz music and languages. A fun fact about me is I can cook some really weird foods. I'm really excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I have some interests in psychology and mental health.

Sitara

Hi! I'm Sitara, a current junior at Lexington High School. My interests include neuroscience and psychology research, creative writing, and teaching! A fun fact about me is that I have been dancing ballet for 11 years. I'm excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I'm passionate about spreading awareness about mental health for children and adolescents."

Sophia H.

I'm Sophia, a 9th grader at Lexington High School. My interests include marvel/comics, soccer and art. A fun fact about me is I try a completely different makeup look each day. I'm really excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I want to make the schools and town a healthier and friendlier place for all people regardless of their identity.

Veronika

I'm Veronika, a junior at Lexington High School. My interests include tennis, math, and theater. A fun fact about me is that I have two older brothers. I'm really excited to join the YCC Youth Advisory Board because I think it's a great opportunity to make a difference in my community.