The City of Huntsville has selected 30 students for the second Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, a yearlong leadership program that gives local students a voice in city government.
Led by the City’s Office of Multicultural Affairs, the program is open to rising high school freshmen through seniors. Participants learn how city government operates while working with municipal leaders. They also take part in service projects, leadership activities and civic engagement initiatives.
The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council launched in 2025. City officials said the inaugural class helped establish a strong foundation for the program as students reported gaining confidence, developing leadership skills and learning how to advocate for issues affecting their peers…