Mayors Youth Commission

The MYC gives young people a meaningful voice in developing solutions to youth issues and problems. Commission members meet with the Mayor to provide input, leadership and ideas on effective solutions to the most pressing issues and problems facing young people.

History of the Commission

The MYC was created in 1999 following the tragic events at Columbine High School by Former Mayor Riley, to provide a mechanism for youth to have their voice heard.  Mayor Cogswell has continued the tradition of engaging youth in an on-going dialogue and looks to the MYC members to help the City meet the needs of high school students in the Charleston community.

Eligibility

8th, 9th, 10th and 11th grade student attending classes and in good standing at public, private and home school middle and high schools in Charleston and Berekeley County schools within the city limits are eligible to apply.

Apply

The Mayor’s Youth Commission (MYC) application is open to current 8th-11th grade students of Charleston County and youth attending Berkeley County School District schools within the City of Charleston. 

Apply Here à MYC 2025-2026 Application

Please email Jennifer Gorham-Guion at gorhamj@charleston-sc.gov with any questions, or call our office at 843-965-4190.