Cherokee Youth Council

Pictured Above: The 2010-2011 Cherokee Youth Council at Cherokee Youth Challenge.

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Cherokee Youth Council provides youth from different communities, backgrounds, religions, ethnicities and economic levels an opportunity to work together and seek positive change for Cherokee.

The 2010-2011 Cherokee Youth Council worked hand in hand with local organizations and service agencies to develop the First Annual Cherokee Youth summit.

The Council was also excited to attend the 2010 World Leadership Awards which was presented at the Cobb Energy Centre by Usher's New Look Foundation. The Cherokee youth were able to hear inspiring testimonials by leaders from many different countries and youth who are making a difference around the world. The event included inspiring comments and performances by Usher, Justin Bieber, Ciara, and President Bill Clinton.

 

The Youth Vision

Our vision is a county where all youth believe that they can create an environment they wish to have and where they have access to the support and resources to make that environment a reality. We also envision a community that believes in and supports young people's right to self-expression and values youths' input and takes it seriously.

 

The Youth Mission

Our mission is to create a healthier future for Cherokee county youth by being a voice, taking action, and making positive changes at a local level.

 

Who We Are

The Cherokee County Youth Council is a committee of area teenagers that are different ages, from different backgrounds, have different viewpoints and represent different areas of the county.

 

What We Do

• Discuss issues that affect young people in Cherokee County
• Decide what we can do about these issues
• Raise our concerns about the community we live in
• Make sure adults know what's important to us