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21 | Page January 2 4 I ssue2025 Youth Preparedness Council Application Period Opens January 7Do you know a young person in grades 8 %u2013 11 who wants to make a difference in their community?Beginning January 7, 2025 through March 3, 2025, teens with a passion for preparedness can apply to join FEMA%u2019s Youth Preparedness Council.FEMA created the Youth Preparedness Council in 2012 to bring together youth leaders from across the country who are passionate about emergency preparedness and making a difference in their communities.The YPC provides young people with an opportunity to learn about emergency management, develop professional skills, and share their perspectives with FEMA staff. The YPC is a concrete example of FEMA%u2019s commitment to involving America%u2019s youth in preparedness-related activities.Save the dates! FEMA will host two webinars for potential applicants to learn more about the YPC and the opportunity to ask FEMA staff questions about the application process.Potential applicants can learn more by attending one of these upcoming information sessions:%u2022 Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 7pm CT (register on Zoom)%u2022 Wednesday, February 11, 2025, at 4pm CT (register on Zoom)LINK TO APPLYShare information about the YPC with a young person in grades 8 - 11 in your community!2025 National YPC Application Flyer (English)2025 National YPC Application Flyer (Spanish)