The Dallas Youth Commission, in collaboration with the National Civic League, is giving a voice to young people in Dallas through the launch of the 2024 Dallas Youth Survey, aiming to shed light on key issues that impact their daily lives and prospects. This survey is seeking input from students on topics ranging from civic engagement and education to public safety and career aspirations, laying the groundwork for the upcoming 2024 Dallas Youth Summit where this data will be instrumental in shaping youth-centered programming and policy decisions.
Chloe Hawkins, Chair of the Dallas Youth Commission, emphasized the significance of the initiative, revealing to the City of Dallas subscribers that, "This is an unprecedented opportunity for students to influence the city’s decisions on youth programs and services," proclaiming that student participation is crucial for driving meaningful change. The Youth Commission has set an ambitious goal to collect 5,000 survey responses by the deadline of November 30, to ensure a wide array of perspectives and experiences are captured in this civic endeavor but reaching that goal will be no small feat given the commission needs to actively engage with students who are already juggling numerous responsibilities and distractions in their academic and personal lives.
Details regarding the survey have been made accessible online; students aged 13 to 24 in Dallas are encouraged to share their views. The survey link is available for students who wish to contribute to the discourse, while any queries concerning the survey or the Youth Commission can be directed to [email protected] or their official website.
