Jacksonville Youth Council

Jacksonville Youth Council JYC is open to all Onslow County High School Students. What JYC Does
The JYC elects their own offices and decides the functions and roles they wish to perform.

The Jacksonville Youth Council (JYC) primary mission is to give local youth a voice within the local government and to engage peers in community civic activities. The Jacksonville Youth Council's (JYC) primary mission is to give local youth a voice within the local government and to engage peers in community civic activities. Initially designed to only admit high school students who attend schools in the Jacksonville area, the Jacksonville Youth Council is now open to all high school students within Onslow County. JYC Are Future Leaders
A goal of the office is to instill the goal for students to make leaving Jacksonville after education an option, not a requirement. This goal involves building affinity for the community and advancing knowledge among peers about Jacksonville and Onslow County. They meet regularly with the city’s elected and appointed officials. Meetings are held monthly in either City Council Chambers or at the Jacksonville Youth Center, both on New Bridge Street in Jacksonville. Youth Council Activities
The JYC participates in activities year round including council meetings, spring break, charity and philanthropy, National Day of Service, day trips, city events and ceremonies, the Youth Giving Summit, holiday parade, and more. Want to Join? We can all make a difference in our community. To join the Jacksonville Youth Council, contact Coordinator Carmella George to find out about meetings, programs, and event dates at 910 938-6551.

Future leaders, this is your moment!Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Mayor's Youth Leadership Summit, happening Sat...
07/24/2026

Future leaders, this is your moment!

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Mayor's Youth Leadership Summit, happening Saturday, August 22, for students in grades 8 through 12.

Spend the day building confidence, learning practical financial strategies, exploring healthy relationships, strengthening self-esteem, and discovering post-secondary opportunities, all while connecting with fellow young leaders from across our community.

Check-in begins at 8:30 AM at Jacksonville City Hall, with the summit taking place from 9 AM to 2 PM. Participants will be picked up at The Chill Zone (Jacksonville Youth Center).

Registration closes August 14. Parents and guardians are asked to include any allergy or dietary restriction information during registration.

For more information, call 910 938-6551.
Please visit https://www.jacksonvillenc.gov/899/Youth-Events-Resources to register!

There is still time to join the fun! Registration is open for the remaining Mayor's Youth Council Summer Series sessions...
07/20/2026

There is still time to join the fun! Registration is open for the remaining Mayor's Youth Council Summer Series sessions:

• State Employees' Credit Union Financial Management, July 22
• Certified Teen Mental Health First Aid Responders, August 5–19 (for students in grades 9–12)

All sessions will be held at Jacksonville Station, 1300 N. Marine Blvd., from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, with dinner provided.

Reserve your spot today at www.JacksonvilleNC.gov/Youth and take advantage of these opportunities to build valuable life skills, connect with other teens, and prepare for the future.

Be sure to save the date for the Mayor's Youth Summit on Saturday, August 22, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

We are excited to have our teens join us tonight. It isn't too late for your teens to join. Tonight, 5:30-8PM at Jackson...
07/08/2026

We are excited to have our teens join us tonight. It isn't too late for your teens to join. Tonight, 5:30-8PM at Jacksonville Station, 1300 N Marine Blvd.

It's Summer!!! That means Youth Empowerment Summer Series - focused and continued learning for our teens in grades 8-12. Join the Jacksonville Youth Council on Wednesdays, July 8 - August 19 (no class July 29th) from 5:30-8PM as various guest speakers will present and engage with our youth.
Parent orientation and introduction to Jacksonville Youth Council is scheduled August 19, 6PM.
All meetings will take place at Jacksonville Station, 1300 N Marine Blvd.

It's Summer!!! That means Youth Empowerment Summer Series - focused and continued learning for our teens in grades 8-12....
06/23/2026

It's Summer!!! That means Youth Empowerment Summer Series - focused and continued learning for our teens in grades 8-12. Join the Jacksonville Youth Council on Wednesdays, July 8 - August 19 (no class July 29th) from 5:30-8PM as various guest speakers will present and engage with our youth.
Parent orientation and introduction to Jacksonville Youth Council is scheduled August 19, 6PM.
All meetings will take place at Jacksonville Station, 1300 N Marine Blvd.

Congratulations to our immediate past Chair on achieving excellence in scholarship.
06/09/2026

Congratulations to our immediate past Chair on achieving excellence in scholarship.

Congrats to our 10 scholarship winners, including Aniya Ward. We wish you all the best in this next chapter of your lives. We can’t wait to see what your futures hold!

Congratulations to our current Vice-Chair on achieving excellence in scholarship. Best wishes in your future studies.
06/09/2026

Congratulations to our current Vice-Chair on achieving excellence in scholarship. Best wishes in your future studies.

Congrats to our 10 scholarship winners, including Giana Cadwallader. We wish you all the best in this next chapter of your lives. We can’t wait to see what your futures hold!

03/23/2026

Volunteers needed to assist with the CHEW food drive. We will have volunteers stationed at both doors passing out flyers as the patrons walk in the store. We will be asking for both food and monetary donations as the CHEW house is very low on food right now. Once we receive food donations we will pl...

03/13/2026

Here is a video capturing a wonderful evening the HARMONY way!

If you are feeling inspired and wanting to get involved, or simply wanting more information. Be sure to keep a look out on all our social platforms for upcoming events and visit us at jacksonvillenc.gov/136/HARMONY

Join HARMONY Board of Directors on March 12 as we celebrate our youth organizations making a difference in Onslow County...
03/04/2026

Join HARMONY Board of Directors on March 12 as we celebrate our youth organizations making a difference in Onslow County. Our grant award ceremony is scheduled March 12, 6PM at City Hall, 815 New Bridge St.

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804 New Bridge Street
Jacksonville, NC
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