New Members of Cupertino's Teen Commission and Youth Activity Board

Published on June 01, 2024

As the new school year begins, the City of Cupertino is thrilled to welcome the fresh faces joining the Teen Commission and Youth Activity Board (YAB). These passionate young leaders are at the heart of youth-driven initiatives, fostering community growth and development.

Teen Commission: Nurturing Future Leaders

On Wednesday, August 14, Cupertino welcomed its newest members to the Teen Commission. This dynamic group of nine individuals plays a critical role in advising the Cupertino City Council, working closely with city staff, and supporting youth-led organizations throughout the community.

The City is proud to introduce both new and returning Teen Commissioners, who are ready to take on leadership roles and make a lasting impact:

  • Shivika Biswari – Chair

  • Peter Chen – Vice Chair

  • Chelsea Lau

  • Harly Liu

  • Anika Mukherjee

  • Rohin Garg

  • Anushree Misra

  • Brianna Su

These young leaders serve as the voice of Cupertino’s teen community, actively promoting programs and opportunities tailored to their peers. To learn more about the Teen Commission, visit Teen Commission.

Youth Activity Board (YAB): Empowering Teens for Success

On Wednesday, August 7, the City welcomed the latest additions to the Youth Activity Board (YAB). Since its inception in 2018, YAB has been a transformative force for Cupertino’s teens. Comprised of 13 dedicated volunteers, YAB is committed to addressing teen stress, fostering creativity, and building a stronger, more vibrant community. They’ve brought life to events like Cupertino Café, Hack Cupertino, Teen Speaker Series, and Pizza and Politics .

The City is excited to welcome this talented group of YAB members:

  • Daniel Chu – President

  • Taarini Chopra – Vice President

  • Dhruti Halambi – Secretary

  • Nichole Go – Communications Specialist

  • Anav Saxena

  • Emily Kim

  • Nishchay Jaiswal

  • Saanj Rao

  • Tashvi Bansal

  • Rayna Shah

  • Ryan Bao

  • Shreya Rao

  • Vedant Hathalia

With their creativity and passion, these young individuals will continue to enrich the lives of Cupertino’s teens and strengthen community ties. For more information on the Youth Activity Board, visit YAB.

The City of Cupertino looks forward to the positive impact these young leaders will have as they work together to shape a brighter future for our community.

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