Raise your voice to guide our public health work!
Calling all rising 9th–12th graders! 📣 Wake County is inviting teens to be part of the 2025–2026 Youth Health Council, a volunteer leadership group where young people help shape conversations and actions around public health. From mental health and nutrition to COVID-19 and emerging community issues, Council members bring their lived experiences and ideas to the table to help inform real change.
The Youth Health Council meets bi-monthly throughout the year to work on community projects, with additional optional opportunities for career exploration and leadership development. These may include field trips, meetings with elected officials, and hands-on volunteer experiences. Want to see what youth have accomplished before? Check out some of the Council’s past projects below!
Registration for the next Youth Health Council term (2026–2027) will open in July 2026.
YHC Newsletter
Your inside look at what the YHC has been working on this quarter. From event updates to exciting new projects to fun activities, we’ve packed everything into one place so you can stay in the loop. Thanks for reading; we’re so glad you’re here!
Youth Health Council Meal Plan
Members of the Youth Health Council have created a meal plan that includes easy to make meals that are delicious to eat and gentle on your budget—all while supporting your health and fitting into your busy life.
Youth Health Council Projects
Our youth have created impactful PSA videos that have reached over 2 million viewers. These videos focus on crucial topics such as COVID-19 vaccines and mental health resources, including the 988 crisis hotline, providing essential information and support during key moments.
