A municipal youth council is a city-initiated group, often composed of high school students, designed to foster civic engagement amongst youth and amplify youth voices in local governance. Many youth councils serve as advisory boards, providing insights on youth-related matters and shaping local initiatives.
By participating, youth gain valuable leadership experience and insight into civic processes. Establishing a youth council is an investment in tomorrow’s leaders and fosters early involvement in municipal government.
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Municipal Youth Council Programs
Youth Council Summit
The 2025 Youth Council Summit will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 in DeLand. Program information coming soon.
Youth Council Legislative Action Days Program
The 2025 Youth Council Legislative Action Days Program was held on March 25-26, 2025 in Tallahassee.
View 2025 Agenda.
The 2026 program will take place on January 27-28, 2026. Program information is coming soon.
Youth Council Excellence Award
Starting each fall, the Youth Council Excellence Award celebrates exemplary youth council initiatives or projects that have made significant contributions to their municipalities. This award recognizes the innovation, leadership and excellence of municipal youth councils across Florida.
Council2College Scholarship
Starting each January, this essay contest assists Florida municipal youth council leaders who are pursuing post-high school education. The councils also must be active in the League’s youth council programs.