Learn in Community
The YAB supports the IEPN Promise that “Every child in the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood will be ready for college and prepared for a career” through their participation and contribution to work and conversations on the GPRAs, building relationships with community partners, creating opportunities to improve GPRA results, and increasing awareness of the IEPN.
Students in 7th-12th grade, who live in and/or attend a school within the IEPN boundaries are welcome. To stay up-to-date on YAB activities, follow their Instagram account at @iepn_youthadvisoryboard.
Eligibility
Applications must be submitted by April 17, 2026.
Youth Advisory Board members are tasked with creating group and individual projects to address issues in their community related to the goals of the IEPN by using a storytelling medium and including an aspect of community.
A bike rack and art installation designed by a member of the YAB placed within the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood. The group is currently fundraising, with a goal of $5,000, to build and install the rack for students and neighbors who need a place to park.
Up to 12 signs and sidewalk paintings created by members of the YAB to inspire and motivate students on their way to school and neighbors traveling throughout the IndyEast Promise Neighborhood. The group is fundraising $250 to pay for sign printing and painting supplies.
An incentive event to curb chronic absenteeism among Freshmen at Arsenal Technical High School. Final group presentation by Landon, Hannah, and Markus for members, their families, and organizational partners.
Ruby and Millie focused on addressing children’s literacy rates under GPRA 9 through a community literacy event targeted to families with children 3-10 years old called “Saturday Story Fest”. Attendees were able to participate in multiple activities such as creating their own books, a book exchange, a library scavenger hunt, and a read aloud. The event was hosted at Spades Park Library.
Naomi focused on academic success for students in math under GPRA 2 through a poster and QR codes linking to videos discussing the importance of math in daily life.
