Youth Community
Investing in the Future
At CHCM, we believe that young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are advocates, innovators, and changemakers today. Through hands-on education and leadership development, our Youth Initiatives equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make a difference in their communities and beyond.
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Youth Advisory Council
The St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund (CSF) and the Community Health Commission of Missouri (CHCM) have officially launched the Youth Advisory Council (YAC), a new initiative designed to ensure young people have a meaningful role in shaping mental and behavioral health investments across St. Louis County.
Empowering the Next Generation of Advocates
Youth Ambassadors
The Youth Ambassador Program brings together 8th–12th grade students from across Missouri for a five-month leadership journey focused on advocacy, equity, and trauma-informed leadership. Participants explore policy, community impact, and healing-centered engagement while building lasting connections with peers, mentors, and local leaders.
Inspiring Future Healthcare Professionals
Little Medical School
In partnership with Boys and Girls Club St. Louis, these hands-on learning experiences introduce middle and high school students to healthcare careers.
Program Highlights:
- Brain science, medical skills, and emergency response training
- High schoolers practiced suturing and CPR
- 100% of high schoolers and 8 of 9 middle schoolers recommend the program to a friend.
Get Involved
Join Us in Empowering the Next Generation
Are you a parent, educator, funder, or youth-serving organization interested in supporting our work? Want to bring youth advocacy or healthcare education programs to your community?
Let’s connect and build the future together.