Minneapolis Youth Congress
The Minneapolis Youth Congress is a representative group of young people with a real voice in decisions and policies that affect youth in Minneapolis, collaborating with elected officials so the needs and perspectives of young people are included in the city's work.
MYC committees
Education
Members lead projects, discussions, and community conversations on the issues young people face in their education, including the discipline gap, student-teacher relationships, alternatives to out-of-school suspensions, and racial and cultural equity in schools.
Read more…Housing
Members learn about affordable, opportunity, and workforce housing while exploring concentrated poverty, Minnesota's housing policies, and more inclusive community supports.
Read more…Employment
Members support youth employment by helping lead the annual Hennepin County Teen Job Fair, facilitating job-readiness workshops, and partnering with the Teen Council and the Step-Up program.
Read more…Transportation and Green
Members explore ways to make Twin Cities public transit more youth-friendly, partnering with the Metropolitan Council so young voices help shape the future of transportation.
Read more…Health
Members address a range of health issues, advocating for comprehensive sex education and raising awareness about human sex trafficking with youth, businesses, and decision makers.
Read more…The MYC in photos
Moments from Youth Congress sessions, ceremonies, and community events across Minneapolis.
Meet the MYC Coordinators
Our Youth Engagement Coordinators walk alongside Youth Congress members all year: recruiting, mentoring, and connecting young people to the city’s work. Come meet the team.
Applications are open
Minneapolis students in grades 8 through 12 can view the 2026-27 opportunity and apply on its dedicated page.