The Youth Advisory Board was formed in 2022 as a reimagined version of the previous Youth Leadership Council. The YAB is led by CASA-NYC's Youth Fellow, a staff member with lived experience in foster care. The YAB meets monthly and provides input on a wide range of program and policy issues, including the implementation of our 2021-2026 strategic plan. YAB youth participate in facilitating training for CASA staff and volunteers, educational presentations for external stakeholders and the general public, and systems advocacy efforts.