NLC Council on Youth, Education, and Families

About the Council

NLC's Council on Youth, Education, and Families (YEF Council) continues to guide the YEF Institute's work. The membership of this Council, unlike any other NLC committee or council, is composed of not only local elected officials (appointed because of their commitment to these issues), but also youth members and representatives from major national organizations and corporations concerned about children and families.

The YEF Institute's launch in January 2000 was the culmination of extensive planning and development efforts by the YEF Council. Under the leadership of Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino, the founding YEF Council chair, the Council created and promoted the idea and mission of the YEF Institute and was instrumental in securing endorsement from NLC's Board of Directors.

Council Leadership

Chair
Otis Johnson, Mayor
Savannah, Georgia

Vice Chairs
Garret Nancolas, Mayor
Caldwell, Idaho

Kathy Taylor, Mayor
Tulsa, Oklahoma

Council Roster

View the 2009 Council Roster »

Get Involved

Youth and adults who are interested in becoming members can ask YEF Institute staff about vacancies, qualifications, and applications. Call Sharie Wood at 202-626-3087 or email her at wood@nlc.org. The NLC President makes appointments annually.