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Metro Youth Council’s goal is to develop the capacity of young people to engage and participate in Metro’s plans, projects, programs and initiatives. The Youth Council is built upon the following objectives:
- Listen to the concerns and hopes of young people and future riders
- Learn and receive new ideas and perspectives about issues Metro may face
- Engage future community leaders and increase youth’s awareness of Metro
- Empower – Provide space for youth leaders to share their voices in transportation decision-making
- Ridership – Create life-long riders
Council Representatives
Metro Youth Council is made up of 27 members between the ages of 14 to 17 years old. Members serve for 1- year term (January to December 2024) and represent the following regions:
• San Gabriel Valley
• San Fernando Valley
• Gateway Cities
• Central Los Angeles
• Westside Cities
• South Bay
• Arroyo/Verdugo
• Las Virgenes/Malibu
• North LA County
Metro Youth Council on Metro’s The Source
Youth Destination Map
Explore the ultimate hotspots in LA with the Metro Youth Destination Map!
Curated by Metro’s Youth Council, this digital map features all the coolest destinations that young people enjoy.
Discover the trendiest spots, hidden gems and must-visit places in your area.
Visit youthmap.metro.net to access the map and share it with your friends.
Exclusive Benefits for GoPass Students!
Grand Central Market (GCM)
GoPass students can show their valid TAP card at the Grand Central Market Info Booth from Monday through Friday through December 31, 2024 to receive $5 in GCM Dollars! Limit of one $5 voucher per person.
Pershing Square and Downtown Santa Monica Ice Rinks
Students with a valid GoPass card can get $5 off ice skating at the Pershing Square and Downtown Santa Monica Ice Rinks. Offer is valid December 12-20 and January 6-12. Promo code is the last 4 digits of the students GoPass card number.
TeenTix
Any 13-19 year old can sign up for a free TeenTix pass! The pass entitles teens to purchase $5 day-of-show tickets at any TeenTix partner organization in the Los Angeles area. Learn more at LA.TeenTix.org.
Stay in Touch
The recruitment for the 2025 Metro Youth Council has closed. Stay in touch with the Youth Council by signing up to receive updates from Metro on youth opportunities and events.
For questions, email metroyouthcouncil@metro.net or call 213.922.2852.
