Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry announced today that applications are now open for the 2025–2026 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council.
The Council is seeking students entering grades 8–12 this fall who are passionate about civic engagement and committed to making a difference in their community. The goal is to build a representative group of youth to advise the Mayor on issues affecting Evansville’s young people.
“As Mayor, I believe our city is strongest when every voice is heard, including those of our youth,” said Mayor Terry. “The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council gives young people a seat at the table and empowers them to help shape the future of Evansville.”
Members of the Council will work collaboratively on youth-focused solutions, participate in service-learning projects, and engage directly with community leaders. The Council will meet monthly, with additional meetings as needed depending on project work. Students will serve a 10-month term aligned with the school year.
Applications will be accepted through August 25. With eight students returning from last year’s Council, the city will select 12 new students from these applications, bringing the total to 20 and including representation from all five city wards. Finalists may be invited for an in-person interview.
Interested students can find the application at www.evansvillegov.org/MYAC. Completed applications should be submitted via email to Ariah Leary, Community Affairs and Special Projects Director, at aleary@evansville.in.gov.
