In May of 2026, a founding group of eight young people from Helena met to form the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) of the League of Women Voters of the Helena Area. They are building the Council from the ground up, establishing its structure, processes, and long-term sustainability so future youth leaders can continue the work year after year. 

 

Through monthly meetings, leadership training, mentorship, and youth-led projects, the YAC is creating meaningful pathways for young people to organize their communities to vote and influence local democracy, advise the League, and design practical civic initiatives.

 

As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, the League of Women Voters actively promotes informed participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The leaders of the YAC follow these nonpartisan precepts. They are rolling up their sleeves to create meaningful civic programs that encourage and empower young people to make positive changes for their communities.

 

For more information, please contact Rebecca Johnson, Youth Advisory Council Coordinator at youth [at] lwvhelena.org