The Youth Advisory Committee is an arm of the RCDC Education Committee that advises and encourages central Arkansas educators, students, and others to play a leadership role in addressing the issues of diversity education in the Central Arkansas high schools.

Their purpose is to promote racial harmony, unity, cooperation and diversity appreciation between the various ethnic, religious, and cultural groups on school campuses within Pulaski County by:

1. Providing a forum for representatives of various ethnic, religious, and cultural groups to meet regularly and work collectively on diversity related issues.
2. Participating in the annual WorldFest event and Keepin’ it Real Conference sponsored by the Little Rock Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission.
3. Providing opportunities for Youth Advisory Committee members and Youth Diveristy Council members to participate in at least two projects during the current school year that are not related directly to their respective school and/or cultural group.
4. Sponsoring recognition events to celebrate student achievements.
5. Coordinating events at individual schools, between schools when applicable, and with the City of Little Rock Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission.
6. Providing other services as needed or desired by the City of Little Rock Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission.

Youth Advisory Committee 2006-2007 Curriculum