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SIYAC exists to advocate for Iowa's youth.We want to hear from you!

Iowa Code section 216A.140.8

A state of Iowa youth advisory council is created to provide input to the Governor, general assembly, and state and local policymakers on youth issues.

The purpose of the youth advisory council is to foster communication among a group of engaged youth and the Governor, general assembly, and state and local policymakers regarding programs, policies, and practices affecting youth and families; and to advocate for youth on important issues affecting youth.

Accepting new applications each spring!

SIYAC Application

For more information contact SIYAC's Coordinator,

Jayci Adams-Nordstrom

Learn About SIYAC!

2012-2013 State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council

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Alcohol and Tobacco Audit Toolkit

Created by 2010-11 SIYAC members

The toolkit is being used in Iowa City:

DailyIowan.com News Story

Recent News

October 21st 2012

Conference Call

Agenda - Minutes

October 7th 2012

Conference Call

Agenda - Minutes

September 23rd 2012

Conference Call

Agenda - Minutes

September 9th 2012

Conference Call

Agenda - Minutes

The Iowa Department of Human Rights has announced the

2012-13 Council Members

SIYAC Members Featured in the News Across Iowa

Quad City Times

Mason City Globe Gazette

Council Bluffs Nonpareil

Storm Lake Radio

KYOU Fox Ottumwa

The Council's letter to state legislators outlining SIYAC's 2011-2012 policy endorsements

Council Vice Chair Umar Farooq selected as TEDxYouth Des Moines event speaker

Council recognized by Project Linus for service to community

Council Executive Chair Blake McGhghy of Keokuk featured in Daily Gate City newspaper