Maryland Youth Advisory Council

07/09/2026

MYAC’s very own Historian has embarked on a journey in service by “representing students across Maryland and helping shape the future of education statewide, while expressing gratitude to her family, friends, teachers, and mentors for supporting her journey.”

Congratulations Lorena, we support you every step of the way!

MCPS recently shared that Lorena Wu, a rising junior at Poolesville High School, was officially sworn in as Maryland’s Student Member of the Board for the 2026-2027 term on July […]

06/17/2026

Applications are open!!

Apply to join MYAC by June 30th 2026 at 11:59pm. Be a part of the change and work to make Maryland the best place for children grow and thrive.

2-year terms
Leadership opportunities
Connection to legislators
Champion statewide initiatives.

Join an informational session — use our Linktree.

06/14/2026

Join the Maryland Youth Advisory Council, in partnership with the Hyattsville Youth Council, for a youth-focused town hall with elected officials from across Prince George's County! PG: This is your opportunity to be heard! Come out to connect directly with your representatives, enjoy food and fellowship, and meet youth leaders from across the state.

**This event is open to youth from across Maryland**

RSVP Here: https://partiful.com/e/z3Ao5b8GEYkqg9UEWOS7?c=N7a8hgV1

03/31/2026

🌟 Announcing the 2026 MYAC Youth Grant Awardees! 🌟

The Maryland Youth Advisory Council is proud to recognize six outstanding organizations doing transformative work with and for young people across our state. This year’s grantees are turning community challenges into opportunities, from gardens to mentorship, from classrooms to street corners.

These grants are more than funding. They are a statement: Maryland’s youth deserve investment, and the communities that show up for them deserve to be celebrated.

Congratulations to our 2026 Youth Grant Awardees:

✦ CAPA-Green | Howard County
✦ Compostology | Montgomery County
✦ Every Girl Needs a Pink Suit | Prince George’s County
✦ The LUMA Project | Baltimore County
✦ Village Learning Place | Baltimore City
✦ Young Men of Distinction | Somerset County

Follow MYAC to learn more about each of these incredible organizations and the work they’re doing to build stronger, safer, and more equitable communities for Maryland’s young people.

GovernorWesMoore

03/30/2026

We are incredibly excited and proud to congratulate our council historian Lorena Wu on being selected as the Student Member on the Maryland State Board of Education for the 2026-2027 term! This office comes with incredible responsibility and is a perfect fit for the great leadership Lorena demonstrates on the council and beyond!

Additionally, Lorena will be the second state SMOB to serve on the council in a row! Our current State Student Member is O’Marie Barnes, chair of the council’s Youth Grants Opportunity!

03/17/2026

Legislative Committee Vice Chair Evangeline Roath and with during the and Thriving Youth IRL advocacy day!

01/23/2026

Deadline Extended: Until Feb 13 2026

We are extending our Youth Grant Applications until February 2026!

Check out the eligibility, and sign up for our upcoming information session on Jan. 24, 2026, about the grant opportunity.

Information Session Jan 24 at 7:00 pm (DM us for the details!)

01/22/2026

Councilmembers Qamryn and Jefferson had a productive meeting with Congressman Johnny Olsewszki and his staff. They discussed MYAC’s legislative platform and key youth concerns in the State of Maryland.

01/15/2026

Attention!! The Maryland Youth Advisory Council Youth Grant Opportunity application is still open!! Please join the YGO Chair O’Marie Barnes for a virtual information session on Saturday, January 24th, at 7pm at meet.google.com/owk-pygr-etj. The YGO provides $1,000 to five (5) youth-led organizations making positive change in their communities. Please email any questions about the application process to [email protected]. You can find the application link in our bio, the application closes on January 29th at 9:00pm EST.

01/02/2026

📣 Youth Grant Opportunity Now Open! 📣

The Maryland Youth Advisory Council (MYAC), in partnership with the Governor’s Office for Children, is excited to announce that FY26 MYAC Youth Grant Applications are now open 🎉

This opportunity supports youth-led projects that strengthen communities, promote civic engagement, and create positive change across Maryland.

🗓 Application Window: December 19 – January 29
👥 Who Can Apply: Youth and youth-led groups with innovative ideas and a commitment to community impact

💡 Focus: Empowering young people to turn ideas into action

🔗 Apply here:
https://lnkd.in/eV9ZEygv, or in our bio!

Please help us spread the word to youth leaders, educators, and community partners who support youth voice and leadership.

GOC YouthVoice