DCF Youth Council
Youth ages 15–23 with current or past DCF involvement serve two-year terms, helping redesign programs, influence policy and present recommendations directly to state leadership. Recruitment for the 2026–27 term is active.
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- Location
- NJ
- Duration
- Not confirmed — check the official program page.
- Deadline
- Not confirmed — check the official program page.
- Grades
- 9, 10, 11, 12
- Format
- in-person
- Cost
- Free
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