The Transatlantic Council’s Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is giving Scouts a voice generating authenticity and strengthening the Transatlantic Council. The YAC is a service-learning and leadership development program made up of Scouts from across the Transatlantic Council, guided by an adult adviser. Through regular collaboration and meaningful input, YAC members serve as advisors, innovators, and ambassadors of the program. They provide feedback, elevate the concerns and aspirations of their peers, and help inform decisions made by the Executive Board.

Share Your Insights, Concerns, Feedback with the YAC

The YAC wants to hear from you! If you have ideas, concerns, or suggestions about your Scouting experience in the Transatlantic Council, we invite you to complete our online form. Whether it’s a program improvement, a challenge your unit is facing, or a new idea you’d like to share, your voice matters. Contact information is optional, and all feedback is welcome. If you have questions or prefer to reach out directly, feel free to email the committee at tacyouthadvisorycommittee@gmail.com.

Meetings

The YAC meets monthly from September – May and participates in Council Committee meetings. During the summer months, YAC members are active Scouts. They play an active role in summer camps in Switzerland and Croatia, staff NYLT, travel to the US to attend the National Order of the Arrow Conference and the National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience. 

The team that makes up the YAC consists of active, motivated Scouts. They are eager to gather and share their insights. If you see them at a Scouting event or in an online meeting, say hello. They are the voice of the Transatlantic Council’s youth.

Interested in joining?

YAC members serve a one-year term. Are you interested in joining the YAC or know a Scout who may be wanting to join? Keep an eye on the application information shared with Transatlantic Council members in January 2026.

Questions? 

Please contact the YAC Adult Advisor or Council Staff Advisor John Erskine.