Do you
know a young leader who is passionate about disaster preparedness
and community resilience? Encourage them to join FEMA’s Youth
Preparedness Council (YPC).
The YPC
is a nationwide program that brings together young leaders who want
to make a difference in their community and build valuable
leadership skills. Council members serve for one year and
collaborate on projects that promote emergency preparedness, participate
in engaging discussions with FEMA leaders, and gain insight into
careers in emergency management.
Students
currently in grades 8 through 11 may apply. Applications can be
submitted in either written or video format by March 3 on FEMA’s YPC application page.
Former
national YPC member Georgia Bukata, who served on the national YPC
from 2023-2024, shared how her experience had a positive impact on
her life. “My
time on the Youth Preparedness Council taught me invaluable skills
that continue to shape my life today,” said Bukata. “Collaborating
with diverse peers from across the country, I learned how to
harness different strengths and perspectives to tackle complex
projects. The YPC taught me how to work efficiently, communicate
clearly, and adapt to new challenges—all skills that have been
essential in my academic and volunteer work.” Bukata also shared
how the experience shaped and inspired her to take action. “The YPC
deepened my passion for emergency preparedness and public service,”
she explained.” It inspired me to pursue opportunities like
teaching a course on preparedness at Duke and to explore the
intersection of health policy and community resilience. The
connections I made (…) opened my eyes to the broader impact we can
have in shaping future preparedness efforts.”
Mark
your calendars! FEMA will conduct two
informational webinars to provide additional details about the YPC
and answer questions. Both webinars will cover the same content.
Don’t
miss this opportunity to make a difference and shape the future of
emergency preparedness!
To
learn more about the YPC, please visit the Youth Preparedness Council page on FEMA.gov
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