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New 2026 Youth Commission Survey
The 2026 Youth Commission Survey is live now and gives young people the chance to share their experiences and help improve programs, services, and policies across LA County. Take the survey and make your voice count.
Link: YC Youth Survey
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2026 YC Focus Areas: Why They Matter
In 2026, the Youth Commission is focused on mental health, education, employment, entertainment, and housing because these areas strongly impact young people’s well-being and future opportunities. We listen directly to youth through surveys, listening sessions, and community outreach, then work with County partners to turn youth voices into real improvements in programs, policies, and services across Los Angeles County.
Upcoming Community Events We're Attending (Non-Hosted Events)
The Youth Commission community outreach team attends community events and workshops to connect with young people, share resources, and listen to youth voices. If you would like us to attend your event or workshop, please contact us at YouthCommission@bos.lacounty.gov for more information.
*LAUSD Mental Health & Wellness Symposium
*Regional Youth Summit
*LA City YDD Youth Expo
*DYD Youth Summit Series
*DCFS ILP Annual Graduation Celebration
*DCFS ILP Annual College Fair
 Youth Engagement Committee (YEC) End-of-Year Event
The Youth Engagement Committee hosted an end-of-year event to share what young people said in the 2025 Youth Survey with community partners and County departments. Youth talked about their priorities and experiences, and how their voices are helping improve programs, policies, and services across Los Angeles County. Link: YEC 2025 End-Year Report
Youth Commission Annual Report
The Youth Commission Annual Report highlights the Commission’s work, youth engagement insights, and how youth voices informed recommendations to the County. The report will be published in February and made available on the Youth Commission website. Weblink: Youth Commission
Talking Mental Health: Youth Commission Hosts BHSA Roundtable
In February, the Youth Commission will host a roundtable with the LA County BHSA administration to discuss how mental health services impact system-impacted youth. BHSA plays a key role in supporting youth mental health, crisis response, and wellness services across Los Angeles County. Youth lived experience will guide the conversation and help identify opportunities to strengthen behavioral health supports.
Youth Commission Approves Youth Survey & Elects New Leadership
At the November 20 Youth Commission meeting, Commissioners approved the 2026 Youth Survey for public release, as recommended by Youth Engagement Committee Chair Sherrie Bradford, and elected Evelyn Karina Rodriguez and Christian Gudiel as Co-Chairs. We thank outgoing leadership and look forward to an exciting year ahead advancing youth engagement and advocacy under the Commission’s new leadership.
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On September 20, 2025, youth explored college options, financial aid, and support programs at the DCFS 2nd Annual ILP College Fair Expo. The Youth Commission connected with young people through tabling, sharing resources, answering questions, and supporting youth as they planned their next steps after high school. |
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On November 14, 2025, youth and community partners gathered at the DYD Youth Summit for a day of learning and youth-led conversations. Commissioners Evelyn Karina Rodriguez and Christian Gudiel connected with youth, shared resources, and listened to voices from across the region. |
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