Seal of the Office of the Attorney General, State of Utah, featuring Lady Justice with scales and sword, and the word Justice on a blue and gold circular background.

Utah Attorney General

Derek Brown

the attorney general's
student Advisory council

Mentoring the rising generation

About the Attorney General's Student Advisory Council

Join the Attorney General’s Student Advisory Council for hands-on experience in civic engagement, public policy, and community service. Students meet together monthly to share their perspectives, learn how to impact their schools and communities, and hear from state leaders and legal professionals. Past councils have offered feedback on initiatives like L.E.T.S. Stay Safe Utah, the SafeUT App, and proposed legislation.

Requirements:

  • Be a Utah resident and a high school junior or senior (or equivalent age).
  • Attend an hour-long meeting at 4:30 p.m. once a month on a Wednesday at the Utah State Capitol (or virtually for students living far from Salt Lake City)
  • Lead a civic engagement project in the community
 

Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 school year. Questions? Email Alexander Hill at [email protected].

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Why the Attorney General's
Student Advisory Council?

Purpose and mission 

The student council will engage high school juniors and seniors in civic education, public policy, and community service by offering a meaningful platform for students to gain experience in public service through the Office of the Attorney General. The program aims to foster leadership, encourage education beyond the classroom, and build a generation of informed, community-minded individuals. 

 

Program goals 

  1. Youth Engagement: Connect students with mentors in the office through seminars and speakers. 
  2. Advisory Role: Solicit student perspectives on issues like social media, substance abuse, youth crime, online safety, and public policy. 
  3. Education & Leadership: Teach students about the legal process, public service, and careers in law and government. 
  4. Community Impact: Equip students to lead outreach or prevention efforts in their schools and communities. 

Program components

Monthly Meetings

  • Students will meet in-person one Wednesday a month. These meetings will include:
    • Seminar/presentation speakers (Attorney General, judges, prosecutors, policy directors, agency heads, legislators, etc.)
    • Roundtable discussions and youth advisory feedback 
 

Project

  •  Students will complete a civic engagement project as part of their time on the advisory council. 
 

Outcomes & Benefits for Students 

  • Leadership and public speaking development 
  • Certificate of service and recognition 
  • Deepened understanding of law, public service, and civic responsibility 
  • Networking with peers and professionals 

 

For more information about the Attorney General’s Student Advisory Council, please see the charter.