Shaping the Future Together: Riverside County’s 2026 Youth Summit

2026 Youth Commission Retreat

April 18, 2026

Riverside County's Youth Advisory Commission hosted its 2026 Youth Summit, uniting young leaders to tackle the issues shaping their futures. From Making Every Dollar Count to the College & Career Forum, participants gained practical tools, fresh insights, and the inspiration to thrive in their communities and future endeavors.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the sponsors who made today’s event possible, including the Riverside County Board of Supervisors: Jose Medina, First District; Karen Spiegel, Second District; Chuck Washington, Third District; V. Manuel Perez, Fourth District; and Dr. Yxstian Gutierrez, Fifth District.

Thank you to all of our fabulous exhibitors for providing valuable resources to our youth: Riverside County Probation, Riverside Transit Agency, Riverside County Registrar of Voters, Riverside County Department of Child Support Services, Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), Riverside County District Attorney's Office, The Exception, Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District, California State University-San Bernardino, City of Perris, American Medical Response, Grand Canyon University, WestCal Academy, LAUNCH Apprenticeship Network, RUHS Public Health, California Family Life Center - Planet Youth. MSJC Mt. San Jacinto College, and Riverside University Health System - Public Health.

For more information about the Riverside County Youth Advisory Council, please visit https://rivcoyac.org/.