Youth Advisory Board Support Volunteer

Overview

Help guide the next generation of youth leaders! As a Youth Advisory Board Support Volunteer, you assist staff in facilitating meetings, coordinating activities, and creating a welcoming, safe space for middle school, high school, and college-aged board members. Your support ensures that youth voices are heard and that the board runs smoothly, empowering young leaders to shape Super Heroines, Etc. programs.

• REQUIREMENTS

  TIME COMMITMENT

  2–4 hours per month (varies by meeting schedule and events)

  LOCATION

  Virtual or in-person

  PREREQUISITES

  Must complete our volunteer training module prior to running their first session with nerdy people or organizations.

  • Interest in youth leadership, mentorship, and community engagement

  • Encouraging, supportive communication style

  • Commitment to creating inclusive and safe spaces

  • Experience with facilitating meetings, logistics, or event support helpful but not required

  • Background check required

  • Abuse Prevention Training provided by SHE required

• RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist staff in facilitating board meetings and activities

  • Support youth members in participating fully and confidently

  • Help manage logistics (scheduling, materials, online platforms)

  • Encourage respectful collaboration and inclusion

  • Take notes, track action items, and assist with follow-ups

  • Model positive, supportive, and professional behavior

• BENEFITS

  • Gain experience supporting youth leadership and advisory boards

  • Develop facilitation, mentorship, and organizational skills

  • Connect with youth leaders and SHE staff

  • Receive recognition as a Super Heroines, Etc. volunteer

  • SHE Buttons

  • A t-shirt

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