It WILL take commitment from the adults on the board to make it work. You may need to adjust meeting times, bylaws, or board member requirements. Following are potential obstacles to young people serving on boards and how to overcome them. Legality and bylaws. Most state laws are silent on the issue of minors serving on boards, but you might want to check with an attorney or local resource center who can outline your state's laws.
Many organizations specify age limits for board members, on both ends.
It is easy to change bylaws to make your board more inclusive. You may need to include money in your budget to make board meetings more accessible to young people. This might include serving food at meetings if they're right after school or providing transportation. Here are some steps to get you started. Look to your constituents.