YAB Purpose Statement: The Youth Action Board empowers youth voices to implement and lead initiatives focused on preventing and ending youth homelessness.
In-Person: Marshalltown Public Library (105 W. Boone St., Marshalltown, Iowa)
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Agenda Highlights
1. Welcome & Introductions
Quick round of welcomes, purpose reminder, and group agreements for how we meet together.
2. OctemberFest Recap
Youth reflect on the community outreach event — what went well, what we learned, and next steps for engagement.
3. Youth Data Collab Overview
What data HUD collects through YHDP projects
How to read charts, trends, and local impact stories
Ways to turn numbers into advocacy
Invite: The next Collab session is Nov 24 @ 3 PM — paid at $20/hour. Please Sign up.
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpdeCurT4tHNQsY8Ygmu256GwfeH-FFBYx#/registration
4. W-9 & Compensation Updates https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf
Facilitator reviews the compensation process and W-9 guidance for youth participants.
4.5. TA Visit Update
Update on TA Visit
5. Planning Next Steps
Review key actions, confirm Data Collab interest, and discuss focus topics for November’s meeting.
6. Reflection & Close
Youth close with one-word reflections and gratitude.
After-Meeting Resources
Onboarding & Applications: https://forms.gle/8YLAo7ew1y4PGjw89
Compensation Form: Complete Here