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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend MCYC events?
All teens attending a Monroe County high school or high school equivalent can attend MCYC events!​
Do I have to commit to MCYC in order to attend an event?
No - you can join MCYC for just one event, or every single one! However, we require signup for some events. Check flow.page/mcyc to find signups!
Can I use MCYC volunteer events as logged volunteer hours?
Yes! MCYC volunteer opportunities are posted on bloomingtonvolunteernetwork.org/agency/detail/mcyc. Once you make a BVN account, you can use it to sign up for MCYC events and log your volunteer hours. If you need additional documentation, let us know!
What is Global Youth Service Day?
Global Youth Service Day is an annual event organized by Youth Service America, where youth around the world join forces to serve their communities. MCYC has the joy of organizing many of Monroe County's GYSD events each year. In 2024, we planned a Global Youth Service Week in order to avoid conflicting with prom festivities at our local high schools. Check out the GYSD page to learn more, and follow MCYC social media so you can be the first to learn about new GYSD plans!
How do I join the council and participate in decisionmaking?
Monroe County Youth Council is a group of youth from high schools across Monroe County who guide the focus and structure of MCYC activities, keep MCYC up-to-date on the goings-on at different schools, and take on their own projects. You can learn more about joining MCYC here.
What adults are involved with MCYC?
MCYC is run under the umbrella of the Youth Services Bureau of Monroe County. YSB has been a part of the Monroe County Government's network of services for youth since its establishment in 1972. YSB runs many other programs to impact local youth, including an emergency shelter for 10-17 year-olds, free community-based counseling for youth, the Safe Place program for three counties, a wide spectrum of community trainings, and the annual Monroe County Childhood Conditions Summit. ​
Still have questions? ​We'd love to answer them! Head over to our Contact page, or reach out to us at mcyouthcouncil@gmail.com.