About the Youth Commission (YOC)

The Commission is a group of 15 civically engaged and diverse youth located in the City of Dallas. The commission shall act as an advisory body to the City Manager and the City Council. Originally founded in 1994, the Youth Commission provides a much-needed voice for students here in Dallas with the purpose to address and advocate for issues and bring impactful change to the community.

15Seats

1Vacancies

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Members By Gender

 

43%
Female (6)

 

57%
Male (8)

Members By Race

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43%(6)

29%(4)

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Departments

Planning & Urban DesignPublic Affairs and Outreach

Mission

To ​inspire Dallas youth to become lifelong leaders actively engaged in civic affairs, public policy, and advocacy.

Purpose

To encourage the Dallas youth to become effective and dedicated leaders in the future.

Duties

  • Advise the city council and city manager on issues impacting the city;
  • Assist the city in identifying programs that are needed in the community; and
  • Perform such other duties assigned by the City council or City manager.

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Jacob Rayner

Commission Coordinator

jacob.rayner@dallas.gov
469-849-1008

 

Michael Peeples

Community Services Manager

michael.peeples@dallas.gov