Ithaca Youth Council Ambassadors (IYCA) are a diverse self-directed group of nominated teens with a mission to listen and speak for Youth in Tompkins County. Most schools in Tompkins County have ambassadors representing them. Ambassadors create resources to address youth needs with a focus on civic engagement and peer leadership. Ambassadors meet with local leaders and government bodies to share what they learn and create.IYC Ambassadors meet regularly throughout the school year generally after school. Ithaca Youth Council is offered by Youth Employment Service as part of the Ithaca Youth Bureau.IYC serves teens from all school districts in Tompkins County.