YCA established the Youth Advisory Council to focus on enhancing accountable space practices, programming and outreach, organizational policies, and overall YCA atmospheres. We carefully interviewed and selected eight young people to represent the demographic we serve. These individuals will be trusted to honorably implement change and voice the ideas and concerns of their peers.
The council will convene bi-weekly until August of 2022 to help spearhead the new direction of Young Chicago Authors.
Please email Kayla McGhee or Ana Wright for more information.
Use our contact form to send comments or questions.

China Smith
Chair, Programming

Darius Burks
Chair, Safe Space

Becca Anderson
Member, Programming

Kristal Moseley
Member, Programming

Sam Noparstak
Member, Programming

AJ Saleh
Member, Safe Space

Musa Reems
Member, Safe Space

Isabella Anderson
Member, Safe Space