HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Are you looking to get more involved in the Rocket City community? The City of Huntsville has a few opportunities for you.
Dr. Randy Barbour, Director of Multicultural Affairs for the City of Huntsville, stopped by the Day to Day studio with ways to take more action in the community. And it’s not just for the adults.
The City of Huntsville is launching its first Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, a leadership and civic engagement program designed to empower high school students to serve as youth ambassadors, policy advisors and community liaisons. The initiative aims to provide Huntsville’s youth with meaningful opportunities to engage with local government, develop leadership skills and contribute to civic initiatives.
“This Council will ensure the voices of young people are not only heard but truly valued in shaping Huntsville’s future,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “Our students bring energy, fresh ideas, and a desire to serve—all of which are essential to our continued growth as a city.”
The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 31, by 10 p.m. Click the image below to learn more:
That’s not the only opportunity, Dr. Barbour tells us the City of Huntsville is also taking applications for their Civic Engagement Academy (CEA).
The academy offers residents a behind-the-scenes look at the departments and people who keep the Rocket City running. Applications for the Fall 2025 cohort are now open.
Hosted by the City’s Office of Multicultural Affairs, the CEA is an eight-week program designed to connect citizens with City leaders while providing insight on the day-to-day functions of municipal government. Through interactive sessions, participants gain insight into how departments collaborate to improve the quality of life across the community.
The free program begins Tuesday, September 16, and continues each Tuesday evening through November 4, providing hands-on learning experiences and direct access to department heads, City staff and Mayor Tommy Battle.
Topics will include:
- Sept. 16: Orientation / How Our City Operates
- Sept. 23: Our City Growing
- Sept. 30: Our City Safe, Secure & Responding
- Oct. 7: Our City at Work at City Hall
- Oct. 14: Our City Maintaining
- Oct. 21: Our City Engaging
- Oct. 28: Our Community Resources
- Nov. 4: Graduation
You can learn more in our interview in the video above.
To apply, just click the image below:
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