YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The 2025–2026 YAC is an exceptionally talented and engaged cohort of 21 members representing 16 high schools throughout Northern California. Meeting regularly throughout the year, this committee leads the planning for the annual California Youth Agenda Conference. In addition to shaping the event, YAC members also support our social media outreach and contribute ideas and leadership for our intergenerational dialogues. 

This year, we're thrilled to introduce the inaugural cohort of Kuiper Fellows — four outstanding members of last year’s YAC who have returned to take on a new role as mentors. Their continued commitment and leadership will be invaluable as they help guide and support this year's cohort.

2024–2025 Youth Advisory Committee Members 

Amani Malisa, Analy High School	Annika Hambali, Basis Independent High School	Christopher Mui, Athenian High School	Claire Statton, Acalanes High School
Cora Welch, Monta Vist High School	Emily Lau, Granite Bay High School	Jayden White, Salesian College Preparatory High School	Jonah Chang, Monta Vista High School
Maddy Norton, El Cerrito High School	Maggie Xie, Castro Valley High School	Rohan Bachmann, Fusion Academy	Rufta Amine, Athenian High School
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2024–2025 Kuiper Fellows

Angela Cao, Basis Independent High School	Charley Mathews, Miramonte High School	Mimi Tuden, Berkeley High School	Mina Fedor, College Prep Oakland High School

See our Youth Advisory Committee members from 2024–2025.