Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) Applicant Informational Webinar: The YPC offers an opportunity for teens to share their ideas and feedback with FEMA, improve their leadership skills, and develop preparedness projects. YPC members also participate in an annual youth summit in Washington, D.C. with FEMA leaders and preparedness professionals to network and learn more about the field of emergency management.  

• Once applications are evaluated, FEMA staff will conduct interviews with selected semi-finalists. Successful applicants highlight their preparedness, service and leadership experience and provide a well-rounded overview of their qualifications. FEMA will notify selected candidates in May. 

• FEMA will host a Zoom webinar for potential applicants to learn more about the YPC application process and to ask FEMA staff questions about the application. Register here

• The application period begins January 22 and closes March 4.