Youth Town Hall

Youth Town Hall is an annual event planned and sponsored by the Mayor's Youth Advisory Commission (MYAC).  Youth Town Hall gives  teens the opportunity to have direct input into policy affecting them and experience the results.

Youth Town Hall brings together middle and high school students in Tempe with community decision makers, including school board members, civic and business leaders, public service agencies, and elected officials.  Youth and adults exchange ideas and propose viable solutions for issues facing Tempe’s youth.

Recommendations generated at the annual Town Hall are published in the Youth Town Hall Report.  The report is presented  to the Tempe City Council for possible action or policy changes. The report is also widely disseminated in our community. Over the years numerous Youth Town Hall recommendations have been implemented.

*The next annual Youth Town Hall will be held on March 19, 2009*

 

2008 Youth Town Hall Report
Addressing Teen Depression & Suicide
Preventing Teen Drug Use
Addressing Teen Sexual Behavior

2007 Youth Town Hall Report
Underage Drinking
Internet Safety
Theft/Shoplifting

2006 Youth Town Hall Report
Reckless Driving
Academic Pressures
Underage Smoking

 

 

 

 

2005 Youth Town Hall Report
School Violence & Safety
Teen Sexual Pressure
Over-the-Counter and Prescription Drug Abuse

2004 Youth Town Hall Report
Preventing School Dropout
Addressing Teen Stress
Preventing Teen Risky Behavior

2003 Youth Town Hall Report
Evening & Weekend Activities for Teens
Promoting Positive Body Image
Youth Employment and Career Planning