TPCH Youth Action Committee

TPCH is currently recruiting for the Youth Action Committee. The TPCH Youth Action Committee leverages the power of youth voice to guide policy recommendations for those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.

TPCH Youth Action Committee members engage in the following key responsibilities:

1.) Youth Homeless Policy Guidance - provide guidance and policy recommendations on the implementation, administration, and oversight of services impacting youth who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.

2.) Service Planning - help shape ongoing planning of youth homeless services.

3.) Youth Voice - ensure youth voice is centered in decision-making within TPCH.

4.) Strategy Development - create and implement strategies to improve youth services.

5.) Funding Support - Assist in the design of funding opportunities for youth serving projects.

6.) Youth Input - integrate youth feedback throughout TPCH and TPCH Committees focused on coordinating and enhancing youth focused activities.

TPCH Youth Action Committee members receive:

1. A $30‑per‑hour stipend.
2. A transportation stipend to cover the cost of travel to committee meetings and other TPCH Youth Action Committee activities.
3. Personal and professional development.

To participate in the TPCH Youth Action Committee, you must meet the following requirements:

1. Be between 18 and 24 years old.
2. Have lived experience of homelessness or housing insecurity.
3. Live in Pima County.
4. Be able to commit a minimum of 2 hours per month.

Interested in Joining?

Eligible applicants interested in joining must attend a TPCH Youth Action Committee Info Session. The TPCH Youth Action Committee Info Session will discuss committee responsibilities and purpose, compensation, application process, and more. Food and drinks will be provided!

If you are unable to attend one of the info sessions, then please reach out to Joelle Zuberi at joelle.zuberi@tucsonaz.gov or 520-330-08333. 

TPCH Youth Action Committee Info Sessions are scheduled for the following times:

• Tuesday, June 30th, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm at the Eon Youth Lounge located at 526 N 4th Ave.
• Thursday, July 2nd from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at Sentinel Building located at 320 N. Commerce Park Loop.
• Please complete the following interest form to sign up for one if the Info Session Dates: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/PABzJwsAZy

Questions:

Please reach out to Joelle Zuberi at joelle.zuberi@tucsonaz.gov or 520-330-0833 if you have any questions or are unable to attend the info session.