Youth Leadership Advisory Board (YLAB)

Connect with Peers and advocate for change!

YLAB is a weekly mentoring Circle that takes places during the school year and is open to all youth, ages 14-21. Led by 2 RVM Mentors who help create a safe space for youth to share their voice, discuss issues that are important to them, and help bring about change that improves the lives of youth in the Rogue Valley.

The YLAB group also plans different activities each year like community service projects, meeting local community leaders and politicians, and even traveling to the State Capital in Salem, OR!

Questions? Contact Emma at emma@rvmentoring.org

Every Spring YLAB participants are invited to present at RVM’s Annual Youth Panel event.

This event is a dynamic and engaging experience where young voices take center stage, sharing their insights, ideas, and lived experiences to inspire meaningful change. For many young people, this is a rare and powerful opportunity to be truly heard.

The Youth Panel provides a platform for them to share their perspectives, building confidence and self-esteem as they see their voices valued by the community.

We welcome community members to attend this year’s Panel!

Saturday, May 10th, 2025

Block Party @ 11AM-2PM

Youth Panel @ 2PM-4PM

2931 S. Pacific Hwy, Medford OR 97501