Your Guide To Youth Board Involvement and the Law

This guide developed by Youth on Board provides an analysis of the key legal issues organization’s should be aware of when involving young people under the age of 18 on your board of directors. In addition to reviewing this publication, please consult youth-friendly attorneys, your state’s laws, and your organization’s Bylaws to assist you in understanding legal issues and procedures that impact youth board involvement.

This guide is not a comprehensive overview of the laws governing nonprofit organizations and youth or a how-to guide on youth governance. Although it covers legal issues surrounding youth in governance, it does not cover the critical steps to supporting and maintaining youth involvement.