Youths are selected each spring to serve as Junior Commissioners for the following school year (August through May). Selection is based on a written application and an interview process.
Please note, this activity is not sponsored by Sonoma County school districts. It is a program of the County of Sonoma Commission on the Status of Women.
Applications are closed for 2025-2026 cohot.
Why Should I Become a Commissioner?
Opportunity
It will provide you the opportunity to participate and learn about County Government
Skills
It will create opportunities for you to develop communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Educate
It will allow you insight into issues impacting the lives of you and your peers.
Empowerment
It will offer you a chance to make a positive change in your community
Leadership
It will help you develop leadership skills and strengthen self-esteem