Membership to the Governor’s Youth Commission (GYC) is determined through a competitive application process. Applications for the 2012-2013 year will be available in the spring 2012. For more information, please contact Carla Friedman at (602) 542-3426 or cfriedman@az.gov.

Commissioners are expected to:

• Attend four meetings a year held in various locations throughout Arizona but primarily at the State Capitol.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of the GYC’s special projects and initiatives.
• Actively participate in committee meetings and conference calls.
• Participate in individual or group service projects.
• Members are expected to check their e-mail on a daily basis.
• Provide their own transportation to and from meetings. 
• Serve as a role model and adhere to a high code of conduct.
• Serve as a liaison to other youth.