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Iowa BoS CoC Youth Action Board - March 2025 - Marshalltown

YAB Purpose Statement: The Youth Action Board empowers youth voices to implement and lead initiatives focused on preventing and ending youth homelessness.

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  • Marshalltown Public Library (105 W. Boone St., Marshalltown, Iowa)

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Hello! Below you will find the agenda for tomorrows meeting. Virtual link https://meet.goto.com/357461141

 

03.25.2025

Marshalltown Youth Action Board Meeting Agenda

Menti Activity Link: https://www.menti.com/alx1u925713z

I. Youth Leadership Basics

  • What is Youth Leadership?

    • Quick definition: Leading together, making a difference.

  • Key Skills

    • Communication: Effectively expressing ideas and actively listening to others.

      • Example: "When we discuss ideas for new housing programs, it's important to listen to everyone's perspectives and clearly share our own."

    • Collaboration: Working together to achieve shared goals.

      • Example: "When we plan advocacy events, we need to work together as a team to make them successful."

    • Problem-Solving: Identifying challenges and finding creative solutions.

      • Example: "When we face barriers in accessing services, we need to brainstorm solutions together."

  • Leadership Styles

    • Democratic: Encourages group participation in decision-making.

      • Example: "We use a democratic style when we vote on which advocacy priorities to focus on."

    • Transformational: Inspires and motivates through vision and enthusiasm.

      • Example: "A transformational leader might inspire us to advocate for systemic change."

    • Servant Leadership: Focuses on the needs and development of others.

    • Example: "When we mentor new YAB members, we're practicing servant leadership.

  • What’s your style?

  • Different ways to lead, we'll find our own.

II. Mission & Vision Review

  • Present Statements:

    • Mission: End youth homelessness by involving youth voices and input.

    • Purpose Statement: The Youth Action Board empowers youth voices to implement and lead initiatives focused on preventing and ending youth homelessness.

  • Quick Feedback:

    • What does this mean to you?

    • Is it achievable?

    • Does it need to be changed or revised?

III. Strategic Plan Review - Core Action Steps

  • Present Goal:

    • "To prevent and end youth homelessness, our goal is to create a support system that addresses the unique needs of youth and young adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness, ensuring stable housing, education, and essential services while fostering community collaboration and empowering youth voices in the development of long-term solutions."

  • Strategy Plan Action Steps:

    • Rapid review:

      • Is it realistic?

      • Who leads?

      • Quick timeline check.

  • Timeline Overview:

    • Provide a summary of the timeline table.

IV. Upcoming Meetings:

    • April 1st at 5 PM: YHDP Meeting (Help decide how funding is used!)

    • April 8th at 5 PM: Ames YAB (Open to all) Event Link

    • April 10th at 2 PM: CoC Board Meeting Event Link (See how things work behind the scenes)

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March 27

Data/HMIS Task Group - March 2025