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!
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