Congressional Youth Advisory Council

Congressional Youth Advisory Council

The Congressional Youth Advisory Council is a leadership opportunity for high school students in Georgia’s Seventh Congressional District to participate in an interactive learning experience and develop leadership skills.

Participation in the Congressional Youth Advisory Council offers students a unique opportunity to learn about the federal government, discuss public policy, and work with their federal representative while serving their community.

Through the program, students will strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills by assessing the role of the federal government as it relates to issues within our District while honing their public speaking and writing skills.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Open to public, private, and home-schooled high school students.
  • Student must be enrolled in 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade.
  • Student must be able to attend each of the six separate program meetings, three each academic semester.

All application items are due in the Georgia District Office

Summer 2025: 5:00 pm EST on Friday, May 23, 2025

Fall 2025: 5:00 pm EST on Monday, September 15, 2025

2025 Congressional Youth Advisory Council Application and Information

If you have questions regarding the Congressional Youth Advisory Council please contact our Director of Outreach, Lizzie Orr at lizzie.orr@mail.house.gov, or by phone at 678-622-3068.

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  • Certification of Application
  • Letter of Commitment
  • Photo Release
  • Liability Release
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Contact Us

Washington DC Office
1719 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC  20515
Phone: (202) 225-4272
Cumming District Office
115 W Court House Square
Cumming, GA  30040
Phone: (770) 232-3005