Rethink Youth Committee Application
Get ready for an amazing opportunity with the Rethink Youth Conference. This is a multi-section application. Take your time to complete each question and section. Thank you for your interest in applying to be a part of the Rethink Youth Committee. The Rethink Youth Committee offers a diverse and exciting range of opportunities to learn about and advocate for youth voice in Kansas City. To participate, you must be at least 16 years old prior to the start of the committee.
Full Name
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First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
First Name
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Last Name
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Current Address
Street Address
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City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Email Address
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Phone Number
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Area Code
Phone Number
Type of phone #
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Home Phone
Cell Phone
Emergency Contact Name
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First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Emergency Contact Email Address
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Emergency Contact Phone Number
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Area Code
Phone Number
What is your relationship to person?
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Mother
Father
Brother/Sister
Aunt/Uncle
Grandparent
Guardian
Other
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Background Information
This section is design to help us learn more about you. Please answer the questions below truthfully.
How did you hear about the Rethink Youth Committee?
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Family/Friend/Classmate
Mayor's Social Media/Website
Other website
Social Media
Local news (TV, radio, print)
Flyer
School
Community Center / Learning Center
Library
Other
Gender
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Male
Female
Non-binary
Prefer not to say
Date of Birth
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Month
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Day
Year
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What is your age range?
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Under 16
16-18
Over 18
Race / Ethnicity
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American Indian (Native American or Alaskan)
Asian
Black/African American
Hispanic/Latino
White/Caucasian
Multi-racial
Prefer not to say
Other
Are you a U.S. Citizen?
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Yes
No
Do you have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Number (ITIN)?
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Yes
No
Not sure
How do you stay connected?
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Facebook
Instagram
Linkedin
Snap
Twitter
Other
I don't use social media
Do you have a Driver's License or state issued identification card?
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Yes
No
Will you rely on public transportation as your primary means of getting to work?
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Yes
No
Sometimes
Not sure
Do you live in public housing?
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Yes
No
Sometimes
Please describe any ADA accommodations you may need to participate in this program.
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Does not apply to me
Deaf/Hearing impaired
Blind/Visually impaired
Mobility needs (wheelchair, crutches, etc.)
I prefer not to say
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Education & Interests
Please complete the following questions about your education background and share your interests.
What is the name of the school you attend or most recently attended?
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Are you currently planning or being required to attend summer school?
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Yes
No
Maybe
When will you be available to meet?
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Mornings
Afternoons
Evenings
Weekends
Flexible
What types of jobs and experiences are you most interested in? Please select up to three.
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Art (graphic design, fashion design, artist)
Building & Fixing things (architect, engineer, mechanic)
Computers (web developer, programmer, coder)
Food/Culinary (chef, baker, waiter/waitress
Healthcare (nurse, doctor, pharmacist, medical technician
Helping your Community (police, fire, social work)
Law (judge, lawyer, politician)
Managing Money (finance, banking, insurance, accounting)
Math (electrical engineer, statistician, actuary science)
Media (reporter, film editor, videographer, photographer, radio)
Music & Theater (singer, actor, comedian, producer)
Nature (landscape design, veterinarian, zoologist)
Reading (librarian, reporter, journalist)
Science (chemist, research, physicist)
Social Studies (economist, historian, psychologist)
Sports (coach, athlete, trainer, manager)
Teaching (teacher, professor, counselor, principal)
Transportation (pilot, public transit, civil engineer, supply chain manager)
Other
Tell us why you are interested in participating in the Rethink Youth Committee. (limit your response to 250 words).
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Banking & Financial
Please share with us how you manage your money. This will help us tailor financial management tools.
Please specify if you have any of the following bank accounts.
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Checking
Savings
I don't have a bank account
If you do not have a bank account, please identify why not? Please select all reasons that apply.
I don't think I'm old enough
No one showed me how to do it
Not enough money to open one
I'm intimidated by the process
I don't think my money will be safe there
I just haven't felt like doing it
I don't have the proper documents/ID to get one
There aren't banks in my neighborhood
Too expensive
Other
Would you be interested in opening a bank account?
Yes
No
Maybe
Have you ever received a paper check?
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Yes
No
Have you ever used a check cashing service or currency exchange?
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Yes
No
Not sure
How would you describe your check cashing or currency exchange experience?
Positive
Negative
I have never experienced this
Have you ever set up direct deposit? This is when your paycheck has been automatically deposited in your bank account.
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Yes
No
Not sure
Have you ever had to pay taxes before?
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Yes
No
Not sure
Are you interested in learning more about financial literacy and money matters?
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Yes
No
Maybe
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Potential for Travel
During your commitment to the Rethink Youth Committee, there is potential for travel. We believe it's important that before planning a conference that you have a deepened understanding on the subject of youth voice and exposure to practical conference planning realities. Occasionally leaving what's familiar to gain a fresh perspective and learn from others is a practice that we hope you carry with you throughout your future. Any expenses related to travel would be covered by us.
Have you traveled outside of the state of Missouri or Kansas?
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Yes
No
How would your family feel about you traveling for an academic and professional experience?
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Comfortable
Uncomfortable
Unsure
Tell us how the idea of traveling to learn more about your role makes you feel.
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Final Steps
You're almost there!
I understand that based on my earlier entry of interests, my application might be shared with partner organizations.
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I do.
I understand that my application for the Rethink Youth Committee does not guarantee a position based on my interests.
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I do.
I pledge to complete high school, pursue post-secondary opportunities, support Kansas City’s communities, and be a lifelong learner.
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I do.
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