Youth Advisory Council
Congressman Morgan McGarvey's Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is comprised of high school seniors with an interest in public service and government. Students selected for the council will have the opportunity to meet with Rep. McGarvey throughout the year to share their insights on current events, debate policy and engage in community service.
The YAC is non-partisan and will reflect the amazing diversity of District 3, representing a broad spectrum of backgrounds, experiences, cultures and viewpoints. Students will develop leadership and critical thinking skills, practice public speaking and debate, learn about the importance of participating in their democracy, and gain a better understand of how government works.
The Office of Congressman Morgan McGarvey is now accepting applications for our 2025-2026 Youth Advisory Council!
CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION PORTAL
TO KNOW BEFORE YOU APPLY
- Applicants must be high school students entering their senior year.
- Applicants can be enrolled in public, private or home school.
- A total of 100 students will be selected to participate.
- Service on the YAC begins in the fall of senior year and concludes upon graduation.
- The YAC is *not* an internship. College students seeking an internship can find information here.
- Congressman McGarvey is not involved in the selection process and has no influence over which students are selected.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- A brief essay (no more than 300 words) explaining why you would like to serve as a member of the Youth Advisory Council
- One letter of recommendation from one non-family member
- A signed Guardian Consent, Media Release, and Code of Conduct Form. (Youth Advisory Council meetings are closed to press and off-the-record, but we may engage in community service activities where media will be present.)
- Optional: Resume if you have one. Can be volunteer experience only if there is no work history.
IMPORTANT 2025-2026 DATES
- April 28th: Application portal opens
- May 26th: Application Deadline
- June: Acceptance emails sent
- August: First YAC meeting (Date will be chosen by survey)
- October: Second YAC meeting (Date will be chosen by survey)
- February 2026: Third YAC meeting (Date will be chosen by survey)
- April 2026: Final YAC meeting (Date will be chosen by survey)
QUESTIONS?
Email: YouthCouncilKY03@mail.house.gov
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK-INS