UAB Adolescent Medicine Youth Advisory Board
Applications Open!
2026-2027 School Year
Ages 14-18 | Jefferson County
Address the needs of adolescents in the community
Give feedback to physicians providing care for adolescents & informing emergency disaster preparedness policies at the local and national level 3.
Lead Community Service Opportunities
Become trained in life saving skills such as CPR, AED & Narcan Use, Stop the Bleed, and First Aid Training
Benefits of Membership?
- Community service hours
- Exposure to & Mentorship from members of health care and public health community in Birmingham.
- Paid Stipend
- Letters of Recommendation for College and Scholarship Applications
- Graduation Recognition Honors
Who can Apply?
Anyone between the ages of 14 and 18 or (High School Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors) can apply. Priority is given to returning members who have participated in the YAB. You should have a passion for the needs of youth health and wellness, an interest in disaster/emergency preparedness and be a proven leader in your school, church, or community.
Application Process is now open for the 2026-2027 school year
Download flyer here.
Recruitment Timeline:
- Application Live: July 27, 2026
- Application Due: August 14, 2026
- Applicant Screening: August 17- 21 2026
- Selection Notices: August 24, 2026
- Final Decision Due: August 28, 2026
- Orientation- Mandatory Parent/Student Meeting: (Virtual 5:30pm- 6:30pm) - August 31, 2026 or September 2, 2026
- September 10, 2026 - First Meeting
