Cohasset Youth Ambassadors Program Now Accepting Applications
The Cohasset Youth Ambassadors (CYA) program is now open for registration for the 2025–2026 academic year. Open to all students in grades 7–12 who attend Cohasset Public Schools or live in Cohasset and attend private schools elsewhere, this initiative empowers local youth to become active leaders and advocates within their community.
A Unique Opportunity for Leadership and Impact
CYA offers students the chance to raise awareness and educate others about mental health and substance use, promoting positive change through peer leadership, public events, and educational outreach. Through hands-on experience and mentorship, participants develop essential life skills, self-confidence, and a deeper understanding of issues that affect today’s youth.
This program isn’t your typical extracurricular. With a vibrant and passionate network of teens, CYA blends community involvement, personal growth, and real-world leadership opportunities—equipping students for both academic and personal success.
Program Highlights
Youth Ambassadors:
Represent youth voices in the community
Serve as role models for younger students
Meet with elected officials and community leaders
Organize impactful events like Cohasset Minds Matter
Host mental health programs in local schools
Advocate for substance use prevention and mental wellness
Past participants have even had the opportunity to visit the U.S. Capitol and collaborate directly with legislators and community partners.
Voices of Change
Graduates from the 2024 cohort describe the experience as transformative:
“Safe Harbor has taught me that my opinion and my actions have an impact on my community, both in Cohasset and the future.”— 2024 Graduate“Nothing has been more rewarding than helping younger leaders cultivate the skills they need to become the next generation.”— 2024 Graduate“Thanks to CYA, I’ve learned how to become a confident leader and a knowledgeable advocate for mental health.”— 2024 Graduate
Registration Details
Deadline: August 22, 2025
Returning students: Must re-register each year
Register here: [Click Here to Register]
Questions? Email: cohassetyouthambassadors@gmail.com
Whether you're a middle schooler eager to lead or a high school senior looking to make a difference, the Cohasset Youth Ambassadors program welcomes you to step up, speak out, and shape the future.