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NewsMiami's Community NewspapersAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade

The Children’s Trust opens Youth Advisory Committee applications for Miami-Dade high school students

The Children’s Trust is accepting applications for its Youth Advisory Committee, a leadership program for Miami-Dade high school students that is open to all youth, including those with special needs. The program, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, will begin accepting new members in September.

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Why It Matters

Miami-Dade high school students, including those with disabilities, have the opportunity to participate in a free, long-standing leadership development program funded by local tax dollars.

Key Facts

  • The Children’s Trust was established by Miami-Dade voters in 2002.
  • The Youth Advisory Committee is a free leadership program for high school students.
  • The program is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
  • Applications for new members open in September.
  • The program explicitly encourages participation from students with special needs.

Who's Mentioned

other20“Years the program has been in operation”personVictor Antunez“Miami Autism Dad and interviewer”personDanielle Barreras“Associate Director of Community Engagement at The Children’s Trust”organizationThe Children’s Trust“Miami-Dade funding source for children and families”