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policy programs   Our programs engage young
people as advocates and decision-makers in their communities. By participating in the policymaking arena, young people learn skills and build new partnerships, and discover how their ideas can make a difference.

Marin County Youth Commission Made up of young people from all parts of the county, the Marin County Youth Commission advises the county board of supervisors on issues that matter to young people.

San Francisco Civic Action Innovation Fund This new initiative provides youth-led teams with funding and support to carry out action plans that promote a youth voice in improving schools and communities.

Student Advisory Council The Student Advisory Council (SAC) is the voice of public high school students in San Francisco, representing youth perspectives to the board of education and the superintendent.

Proposed California Youth Advisory Council YLI is working with the San Francisco Youth Commission and other youth groups to create a statewide youth advisory council.

Youth Innovation Fund-San Francisco (YIF-SF), which is one of several sites nationwide that encourage and support young people's meaningful participation in civic engagement opportunities. YIF-SF is a coalition of young people, adult allies and agencies in San Francisco.

Healthy Empowered Youth The Healthy Empowered Youth (HEY) Team is comprised of San Rafael and Novato high school students who are working with Kaiser Permanente on “Operation Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL)” to engage students, staff, parents and community members to create solutions for implementing the new Student Wellness Policies in the San Rafael and Novato school districts.


 

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