The California Youth Council (CYC) is a statewide delegation of high school and college-age FNL members committed to raising awareness on youth issues and making positive changes in their community. The CYC membership reflects the diverse communities, counties, perspectives, strengths, and passions of California's youth and provides a link between local youth and community programs with statewide initiatives.
CYC’s Role

The CYC reflects the diverse communities, perspectives, strengths, and passions of California's youth. Members amplify voices often overlooked, bringing invaluable insights and solutions to the table; their work is rooted in local connections with a statewide reach. The CYC is a program of the California Friday Night Live Partnership (CFNLP) and the Tulare County Office of Education (TCOE).

CYC Members

The CYC includes 17 members with representation from each of the six FNL regions. Every CYC member is an active contributor to their community, bringing lived experiences and solutions to the state level, where they influence policy, programming, and culture. CYC members benefit from:

Leadership Development

Building leadership and advocacy skills through mentorship and real-world experiences.

Networking

Fostering meaningful relationships with peers and adult allies across the state.

Skill-Building

Gaining practical tools to create change locally and statewide.

Trainings

Organizing & leading training sessions for peers and adults at state & national levels.

Anna Schifferle
Anna Schifferle
Kaya Prosser
Kaya Prosser
Amara Burris
Amara Burris

Empowering Youth, Strengthening Communities, Creating Change

CYC Fact Sheet