The Hayward Youth Commission (HYC) advises the Mayor and City Council, and the elected boards of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD) and Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) about issues that affect young people in the Hayward community.

Members may also work on a number of projects and activities throughout the year, e.g., identifying youth needs, organizing youth speak outs and conferences, etc. The board consists of 21 voting members and 11 alternate members. The Hayward Youth Commission meets monthly on the 2nd Monday at 6:30 p.m. Meetings are held at City Hall, Conference Room 2A.

Now accepting applications until May 19, 2023

Applications are now being accepted from students interested in serving on the Hayward Youth Commission! Applicants will be notified by email when interview times are confirmed. Interviews are one day only and are scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2023.  

As a Youth Commissioner, you will have first-hand opportunities to work with local government and ensure the voices of Hayward Youth are represented. Youth Commissioner responsibilities include attending meetings that will take place in person, on the second Monday of each month from September to June, except holidays, as well as working on special projects addressing issues of concern to youth. To qualify, students must be between 13 and 20 years old at the time of appointment and live in the City of Hayward or within the boundaries of the Hayward Unified School District. 

Submit your online application at the button below.

Apply for the Hayward Youth Commission

For a PDF application, click the the button below.

Hayward Youth Commission Application Parent Consent Form- English Parent Consent Form- Spanish