Clark County Seeks Youth for 10 Open Seats on Commission

Young people ages 12-19 can apply to provide input on community decisions.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:04pm

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Clark County is recruiting young people ages 12-19 to fill at least 10 open positions on the county's Youth Commission, which serves as a voice for local youth and advises the county council, departments, and organizations on how their work affects young people.

Why it matters

The Youth Commission aims to ensure broad representation of youth from all areas of the county, providing leadership opportunities and a platform for young people to have a direct impact on community decisions that affect them.

The details

The open positions are available for youth who live in Clark County, including new leadership roles for those with no prior experience. The commission requires 6-12 hours of work per month, including in-person meetings on the first and third Thursdays. Members serve one-year terms but can reapply.

  • Applications are open until April 23, 2026.
  • Mandatory orientation for selected applicants will be held in August 2026.

The players

Clark County Youth Commission

A group of 30 youth ages 12-19 that serves as a voice for Clark County youth, advising the county council, departments, and community organizations.

Elizabeth Houston-Hill

The program coordinator for the Clark County Youth Commission.

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What they’re saying

“The Youth Commission is continuously striving to be more representative of the county's diverse population.”

— Elizabeth Houston-Hill, Program Coordinator, Clark County Youth Commission

What’s next

Finalists must participate in an in-person interview, and selected applicants must attend a mandatory orientation in August 2026.

The takeaway

The Clark County Youth Commission provides a valuable platform for young people to have a direct voice in shaping their community, fostering youth leadership and ensuring diverse perspectives are represented in local decision-making.