Youth Advisory Board

Our Mission

• To encourate teens to use the library
• To assist local youth in accesing library materials
• To adapt the library to suit community (especially youth)
• To help humanize PGPL resources
• To provide a youth perspective on literary and library needs
• To be awesomely snazzy!

Who are we looking for?

• Youth ages 13 - 18 years (or in grade 8)
• A group of 6-10 youth who are interested in developing their leadership skills and who want to contribute to their community
• Youth with all kinds of backgrounds and experiences
• Time commitment is 4 - 8 hours per month

Why should you apply?

• Leadership and volunteer experience
• Contribute to your community
• Have fun and meet new people

What will you do?

• Help plan events
• Provide input on library services, materials and activities
• Promote the library

How can you apply?

• Fill out an application form (PDF 21kb)
• Deliver it to either branch of the public library
• New YAB member recruitment usually happens in August of each year.

When?

• The YAB usually meets once a month on a Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:45 pm, unless working on a project that requires more time.

Have more questions?

• E-mail Amy at adawley@lib.pg.bc.ca
• or call 250-563-9251 local 108 (Children's Desk) for more information!