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Mayor's Youth Leadership Council

The Mayor's Youth Leadership Council was formed 2001 to involve the high school students of our community in decision making, leadership development and future planning for Gastonia. The members come from Ashbrook High School, Hunter Huss High School, Forestview High School and Highland School of Technology.

A few of our accomplishments are:

"Party at the Pavilion" - a community-wide drug and alcohol-free concert for all county high school students
3 on 3 Basketball Tournament - fundraiser involving area high school students to fund MYLC projects
Habitat for Humanity - assisted the Gastonia Police Department in the building of their Habitat House
Hospital Visits - visited children and hospice patients at Gaston Memorial Hospital during Christmas
Gaston Boys and Girls Club - organized and hosted seasonal parties with food, games and activities for Christmas and Valentine's Day

Purpose

To empower youth as leaders, volunteers, peer mentors, and community decision makers.

Mission

To coordinate and enhance existing resources to ensure young people the opportunity to learn important skills for future independence and participation in our community.

Membership

Not less than 15 or more than 32 members, ages 14-18 that live within the City Limits of the City of Gastonia.
Leaders of local youth civic groups.

Up Coming Events

More details coming soon!

Recent Events

James Worthy Foundation

Ribbon cutting ceremony at James Worthy Foundation March 5, 2010 in downtown Gastonia

James Worthy with mayor Jennie and MYLC members Ryan Walters, Juliana Perry and Ovie Sido

James Worthy speaks to Ashbrook High School student body about staying in school and graduating