2025 Teen Advisory Group Application

Please note: This form is for new 2025 Teen Advisory Group applicants AND those who were in TAG in 2024 and wish to remain active.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a teen advisor for FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) and serving the food allergy community. Members of the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) support FARE programming through volunteer projects and activities throughout the year, provide insights and feedback to support FARE programs and/or serve as ambassadors at a local and/or national level to support teens with food allergies.

Before completing this application, please be aware of the requirements listed below. By completing this application you acknowledge understanding of these terms:
- Must be 11 to 22 years old
- TAG members under 18 must have the permission of a parent or guardian to participate in program activities. You will also be asked to provide a parent/guardian's contact information as part of this application.
- Should have a medically diagnosed food allergy, or be a sibling, friend or supporter of someone diagnosed with a food allergy.
- Volunteer opportunities may include, but are not limited to: writing articles for the FARE blog, website and other publications; participating in Teen Talks; working together on group projects, and offering support for other teens who are seeking guidance.
- Primary form of contact from FARE is email. TAG members must have email access and be able to respond to emails within 24-48 hours.
- TAG members may be asked on occasion to connect with teens in their area seeking peer-to-peer support. TAG members may respond by accepting or declining these opportunities, but we do ask that they respond in a timely fashion.
- Must be willing to be identified on FARE website and documents as a TAG member.
TAG applications are accepted once a year. This application will be open until Tuesday, January 21, 2025. It should take approximately 20 minutes to complete. Annual projects and activities will kick off in February. Any questions can be directed to Dr. Kelly Cleary at kcleary@foodallergy.org.
Are you under 18 years old?*

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Do you have parental or guardian consent to apply to become a member of TAG?*

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What food allergy related projects would you be most interested in pursuing as a TAG member?
What FARE resources have been most helpful for you as a teen with food allergies?
What suggestions do you have to add to the TAG program? What would you like to see more of in 2025?
What has been your biggest challenge as a teen with food allergies?

Please accept or acknowledge the following conditions to apply.
I accept my position as a member of the 2025 FARE Teen Advisory Group, and agree to complete assignments to the best of my ability according to the deadlines provided*

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I acknowledge that all photos and stories that I submit to FARE may be used by FARE in print, radio, television, or the Internet, and in any other appropriate media to promote FARE’s mission and goals.*

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FARE will never share TAG members' name or information with outside media or sources without permission. However, FARE may come to TAG members with opportunities to connect with journalists or other organizations/companies as needs arise. TAG members who are under 18 will need parental consent before engaging with any outside sources.*

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Would you be interested in applying for a leadership role in TAG? I am hoping to form TAG leadership council that helps guide projects for new TAG members, but also is involved in developing activities and a curriculum for TAG.
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