OLYMPIA, Wash. – For any teenagers out there, now is your chance to help improve access to healthcare.

The Washington State Department of Health is looking for young people for their Youth Advisory Council, or YAC.

The YAC will work with the Adolescent and Young Adult Health Unit making sure public health strategies are relevant and accessible.

The Council will meet virtually every other month in 2023, share their thoughts on youth-related health topics, and work with health experts on key topics like mental and reproductive health, nutrition, and health care access.

Anyone between the ages of 13 and 22 can apply for the YAC, but anyone under 18 needs permission from a parent or guardian to take part.

The Health Department is accepting applications for the Youth Advisory Council until January 31st.