DOH accepting applications for Adolescent and Young Adult Health Parent, Guardian and Caregiver Advisory Board

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) wants to learn more about what the caregivers of teens and young adults need to support their young people’s health. We are inviting caregivers of teens and young adults across Washington to apply for the Adolescent and Young Adult Health Parent, Guardian, and Caregiver Advisory Board (PCAB).

Who we’re seeking

Parents, guardians, and caregivers who live in Washington and support teens or young adults ages 11–24 who live in Washington and want to share their ideas, recommendations, and feedback on public health programming and health care supports for teens and young adults.

Board details

  • Term: September 2026 – June 2027
  • Role: Work with DOH’s Adolescent and Young Adult Health Team to inform public health programming and collaborate on projects that support the health of teens and young adults.
  • Requirements: Internet and email access

Who we especially encourage to apply

Member selection will center parents, guardians, and caregivers of teens and young adults from communities most impacted by health care barriers, especially families who are navigating:

  • Challenges accessing or receiving health care. 
  • Visible or invisible disabilities. 
  • Government systems, like juvenile justice, child protective services, or foster care. 
  • Behavioral and mental health conditions and treatment. 
  • Health conditions and treatment that lasts a long time.
  • Barriers or discrimination related to race, ethnicity, income status, gender, sexual orientation, and more.
  • Houselessness or unstable housing. 

We are accepting applications until June 30, 2026. Applications are available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Russian and Chinese. Other languages are available upon request. To learn more and apply, check out the attached flyer, or visit our webpage.

Please share this opportunity with contacts connected to schools, teachers, youth organizations, and young people across Washington.

For questions, please reach out to Alexis Bates, adolescent health consultant.