Boston City Council At-Large - Ruthzee Louijeune

Mission and Program Overview:

The Youth Liaison at Council President Ruthzee Louijeune's office empowers Boston's young people by providing hands-on experience in city government while helping them develop crucial professional skills. This program serves as a bridge between city leadership and Boston's youth, ensuring their voices are heard in local government and preparing the next generation of civic leaders.

Program Model:

Direct mentorship under office staff
Training in city services
Exposure to city council operations and legislative processes
Active participation in community outreach initiatives
Core Responsibilities:

Constituent Services:

Answering and directing constituent calls
Learning to track and follow up on constituent concerns
Maintaining organized records of constituent interactions
Supporting constituent case management
Social Media and Communications:

Assisting with social media content creation
Documenting community events and council activities
Supporting the development of newsletters and updates
Learning effective public communication strategies
Event Planning and Support:

Helping organize community meetings and events
Supporting logistics for constituent meet-and-greets
Assisting with event promotion and outreach
Participating in event setup and management
Professional Development:

Training in office procedures and protocols
Developing public speaking and presentation skills
Enhancing professional writing and communication abilities
Strengthening time management and organizational skills

- Assist with social media content creation
- Document community events and council activities
- Support the development of newsletters and updates
- Learn effective public communication strategies

Current undergraduate or graduate student
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to conduct independent research and synthesize information.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated interest in public service, civic engagement, or government.