CalGuard's Youth Take the Lead

Sacramento, Calif.- Military kids go through a lot. From deployments to changing schools, the stressors placed on military children can be challenging and leave kids feeling underrepresented. The California National Guard's Teen Council helps provide a voice for the Golden State's military kids.

Recently, members of the Teen Council throughout the state had the opportunity to meet at the California Military Department's Consolidated Headquarters where they toured the Joint Operations Center, experienced state emergency operations, and learned about leadership in crisis operations.

The training at the JOC was just the beginning for the Teen Council. They also had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Gregory Diggs-Yang, the CMD's Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility.