The One Second Collaborative (OSC) announces the opening of nominations for its Youth Steering Committee (YSC), an advisory group of 15 young leaders from across Tarrant County that will provide guidance, recommendations and leadership to the OSC.
The YSC is open to young people, ages 14 to 24, who express great interest in sharing their thoughts, ideas, and experiences to create a safer Tarrant County for themselves, their peers and the community.
Nominations must be submitted by July 26, 2024.
The YSC aims to promote and highlight the ideas, recommendations, and experiences of youth impacted by gun violence by integrating their lived experiences and expertise with that of the OSC Steering Committee. This collaboration aims to identify opportunities to better support youth and families affected by youth gun violence while also increasing community awareness of its impacts and promoting youth gun violence prevention and intervention efforts in Tarrant County.
Why Join the YSC?
- Influence Change: Address social issues, promote diversity and inclusion, and contribute to positive social change.
- Personal Growth: Foster a sense of ownership and responsibility, enhancing confidence and leadership skills.
- Empowerment: Lead into greater relevance and effectiveness in engaging youth audiences.
- Recognition: Earn participation award and volunteer hours.
Important Dates
- Nominations open: July 2, 2024
- Nominations close: July 26, 2024
- Nominees selected for interviews: July 30, 2024
- Virtual interviews: July 31 and August 1, 2024
- In-Person Orientation: August 8, 2024
Members are selected for a 10-month term beginning August 8, 2024, and ending May 8, 2025, following a simple nomination and interview process.
YSC Responsibilities:
- Attend monthly in-person meetings on the second Thursday from 5-7 p.m. (location TBD), focusing on learning opportunities, awareness projects, and contributing to a community-driven public safety plan.
- Contribute actively to developing and executing a youth gun violence awareness project and other initiatives identified by the Youth Steering Committee.
- Offer genuine feedback to the OSC and other entities addressing youth gun violence and its underlying causes in Tarrant County.
- Provide thought leadership and assist in organizing OSC outreach efforts, community resource fairs, educational activities, and the annual summit.