Youth Apprenticeship Advisory Committee

Total public members:                   6           

Method of Appointment:                Appointed by Mayor, confirmed by Council           

Length of Appointment:                3 years

Residency:                                     Strong preference for DC residents from all 8 wards

Paid board:                                     No (all roles are voluntary)

Description:

The Youth Apprenticeship Advisory Committee reviews and identifies ways to implement high school youth apprenticeship programs in the District of Columbia; and the means through which employers and organizations can obtain grants, tax credits, or other subsidies to support the establishment and operation of high school youth apprenticeship programs.

Commission Membership:

The Commission shall consist of 10 public members appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Council. 

Qualifications for membership:

Public members shall be appointed who have shown dedication to, and knowledge of improving current youth apprenticeship programs, or have experience in programming through local businesses, non-profits or labor organizations.