The City of South San Francisco
Office of the City Clerk
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South San Francisco. CA 94080
(650) 877-8518
YOUTH COMMISSION APPLICATION
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Full Name: Tolentino Ysabella
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Daly City California 94015
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
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gth Grade Freshman Baden High School
10t Grade Sophomore El Camino High School
11' Grade Junior South San Francisco High School
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SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Why do you want to serve on the Youth Commission? Why do you believe the Youth Commission is important?
I am deeply interested in serving for Youth Commission because I want to be a voice for the youth in our community, especially when it comes to issues within our school district, political topics that are oftentimes overlooked, such as reproductive and sexual health. As a student and young activist, as l am a part of Anakbayan Daly City, a political organization that advocates against injustices occuring in the Philippines, I believe it's important that young people are included in conversations about the systems in power that continues to repress them. Along with reproductive health, I hope to contribute by bringing up other critical topics that directly affects us, such as stable resources for low-income families and the evolving issue of and hal nate decent at rape orle
new ideas, learn about real experiences, and make finalizing decisions that includes everyone. • LIFORN
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SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Please list school and community activities or service organizations in which you are involved in.
I'm the Co-Founder and Vice Director of SSF Brain Explorations, where we teach young kids about neuroscience in fun and easy ways at the new SSF Library. I serve as Awareness Commissioner for El Camino's ASB, helping lead events like Arab Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Women's History Month baskets.
I'm also a part of Youth in Government, paired with Councilmember Mark Nagales, along with interning for James Coleman's re-election campaign. I've been in El Camino Theatre for 3 years, partaking different roles in plays and musicals. I'm also a member of Anakbayan Daly City, where we speak on political issues in the Philippines. Moreover at school, I'm President of the Neuroscience Club, PR officer for the Newspaper Club, and Co-Chair of Student Site Council, working closely with our principal to better help improve the school.
The Youth Commission addresses issues affecting youth and the community through making recommendations to City Council. Please explain what you believe is the biggest issue concerning youth in South San Francisco today.
One of the biggest issues youth in South San Francisco face today is the lack of access to reproductive healthcare, especially menstrual products. Many young women, including students, do not have access to basic hygience items like pads and tampons. For those in low-income families, these products can be expensive, and sometimes they have to choose between essential needs, which shouldn't be the case.
Menstrual products are not optional as they're a part of life and for women's health, especially since no one should feel embarrassed or struggle to manage their period. This is why I believe our city and school bathrooms should offer free menstrual products. As this issue shouldn't just be primarily implemented within school grounds, these products should be available in all public restrooms, including libraries, parks, and community centers. Periods don't stop when someone leaves campus, and access shouldn't either. It's a simple yet accessible way to to support our youth of young women, promote hygiene, and reduce menstrual shame. Personal care should never be a burden, and reproductive health should always be accessible, especially for young people who may not be able to access the support they need. When we make menstrual proucts free and accessible everywhere, we are evoking empathy and a connection towards people, particularly women, in a sense that their dignity, health, and well-being is being accounted for. It's all about fairness, inclusin, and a cultivating a city where no is left behind, no matter their income or background.
Can you commit to attending 6:30 p.m. meetings on the third Monday of each month? •YES • NO If no, please explain:
The City of South San Francisco
Office of the City Clerk
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South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 877-8518
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4/23/25
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Submission Date: Received By: SH
4/23/25