Description: The Youth Advisory Council was created to ensure Luna hears directly from young people when shaping operations and policies. While adults bring knowledge and experience, they often lack perspective on what it’s like to grow up today—a world shaped by rapid technological change and the constant presence of social media. Made up of youth ages 15 to 22, the Council helps Luna stay connected to current realities so we can adapt and better support children and youth.
Commitment required: Youth Advisory Council members meet once a month, in the evening. Meetings are typically 2 hours in length, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Meeting Dates For 2025-2026:
Oct 6
Nov 3
Dec 1
Jan 12
Feb 2
March 2
April 13
May 4
June 1
Volunteer Profile: Luna provides children and families experiencing issues of child abuse access to investigative intervention, treatment and medical assessment services and follow-up support. As a member of the Youth Advisory Council, you will play an integral role in guiding Luna Child and Youth Advocacy Centre’s initiatives and projects geared towards youth engagement, community outreach and advocacy. This position offers you an opportunity to make a tangible impact by providing input, feedback and innovative ideas that will shape Luna’s strategies and ensure the needs and aspirations of young people are met. The Luna Youth Advisory Council is open to people aged 15-22.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in regular council meetings, discussions, and brainstorming sessions.
Collaborate with fellow council members to develop and execute youth centered projects.
Provide insights and perspectives on various youth-related topics including education, mental health, community development, and more.
Act as a liaison between Luna and other local youth, sharing concerns, ideas, and feedback.
Contribute to the planning and execution of events, workshops, and campaigns aimed at empowering and engaging youth.
Offer insights and recommendations on policies, strategies, and initiatives affecting youth.
Skills and Qualifications:
Be able to work in a team and independently.
Must be flexible and capable of taking appropriate initiatives.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate maturity, reliability, and punctuality.
Must possess sensitivity towards family histories and cultural differences.
Be able to maintain confidentiality.
Be able to problem solve and be open to new ideas.
Be interested and enthusiastic when working with other council members, professionals, and members of the community.
About Luna Child and Youth Advocacy Centre:
Luna Child and Youth Advocacy Centre (formerly Calgary & Area Child Advocacy Centre) is recognized as a centre of excellence in child abuse intervention and prevention. Luna’s multi-disciplinary team of experts from health, children’s services, law enforcement, justice and victim services work together from one location to help young people and their families throughout the disclosure, investigation, and judicial process, and along all phases of their healing journey. This collaborative model surrounds young people and their families with the specialized supports they need and leverages shared expertise to build engaged communities where everyone plays a role in keeping children and youth safe.
At Luna, our commitment to diversity is our promise to each other and the individuals and communities we serve. We believe in the inherent benefits of an inclusive and diverse organization that recognizes, embraces, and values all forms of diversity. We strive to remove barriers to inclusion in all aspects of our organization and service delivery, so that we may support, strengthen, benefit from, and contribute to the richness and complexity that is our community.
More Information:
Intake for the Youth Advisory Council is now closed. For more information about Luna’s Youth Advisory Council, please contact Mindy: msayers@lunacentre.ca
What Is The Youth Advisory Council at Luna?
Quotes From Youth Advisory Council Members
“For the longest time I always wanted to help volunteer in a group that helps to make a difference, however I always made excuses for myself and I never did. Finally I said enough is enough I’ve got to do some. When I heard about Luna from my neighbour I knew I had to join.”
“It’s a community of motivate individuals who are all coming together to help make difference in the lives of those who are victim to or are near falling victim to child abuse.”
“I really Value Luna’s Mission, and I think it’s a good way to have a positive impact at an important level in society.”
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