Kid’s Help Phone
The National Youth Council (NYC) at Kids Help Phone is a group of youth ages 14–24 from across Canada who are passionate about mental health and well-being. The NYC works as a whole to help integrate a youth voice into numerous areas of Kids Help Phone and to help influence decision-making, strategy and delivery of activities organization-wide.
Typical Volunteer Duties:
- participate in monthly virtual NYC meetings
- support the development of youth-facing content and other innovations for young people
- work collaboratively with other NYC members and staff at Kids Help Phone to brainstorm, develop and lead organizational projects
- participate in at least one committee to develop and complete specific projects
- provide insight and recommendations on opportunities for youth engagement, as well as emerging trends affecting young people
- encourage and support other council members, foster the mutual exchange of ideas and positively contribute to a team environment
Commitment:
- participation from January 2026 until December 2026 (council members are eligible to serve for a one-year term and can reapply each year)
- participation in one virtual council meeting (two hours) every month
- participation in two to six additional hours a month for project work and virtual collaboration, including active participation in one or more committees (there are three committees in the council)
How to Sign Up:
You can apply through this link. Applications will close Monday, November 17th.
Requirements:
- residing in Canada for the duration of the term
- legally eligible to participate in volunteer opportunities in Canada
- ideally be 14–24 years old during the term
- passionate about youth mental health and well-being
- committed to collaborative teamwork with a willingness to take initiative
- strong communication skills, particularly in a virtual environment
Location: Virtual
Email: youthengagement@kidshelpphone.ca
Website: https://kidshelpphone.ca/opportunities/national-youth-council/
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