Youth Opportunities in the community

City Commissions
Young people have the opportunity to serve the community in policy making roles by serving on city commissions.  The Human Rights Commission, Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission, Police Advisory Commission and Telecommunications Advisory Commission have youth representatives.

Children First
Become an Asset Champion and help spread the message of healthy youth development through special projects.  Asset Champions receive training about, the 40 assets and the role of the Asset Champions Network in the community.

Youth Development Committee (YDC)
The YDC is a district-wide group of St. Louis Park 6th -12th grade students working together to develop leadership skills, foster service learning and have a positive impact on the community.

Junior Naturalists
Starting 7th grade, young people can assist at Westwood Hills Nature Center with summer camp, help with special projects and take care of the animals.  Junior naturalists receive training.

Volunteering in the City & Schools
Many opportunities are available for young people to volunteer in the city and public schools and one volunteer office oversees these activities.  Opportunities include a wide-range of activities including volunteering at the annual Halloween Part at the nature center, serving as an election judge and assisting with park clean up.

Volunteering at STEP The St. Louis Park Emergency Program has opportunities for young people to help out with food sorting and other duties. Young people of all ages are invited, however young children must be accompanied by an adult.