City of Newcastle council is seeking fresh voices to steer strategies on how to make the New South Wales harbour municipality a better place to live.
Expressions of interest are now open to people aged 15 to 25 to join the Youth Council Standing Committee. Established in 2018, the council provides a platform for young Novocastrians to promote the interests of their peers, develop leadership skills and encourage youth participation in matters that affect them.
Newcastle’s youngest-ever elected councillor and deputy lord mayor Callum Pull says it’s vital to engage the next generation in local government.
“These young representatives are the future leaders of our city, so we need to respect their ideas,” Cr Pull said. “By fostering youth leadership, promoting active participation, and giving young people a voice in local matters, we are not only empowering the next generation but also strengthening the fabric of our community.”
Representatives serve on a voluntary basis for a four-year term and have an active role in organising activities for young people, as well as guiding the implementation of the Newcastle 2040 Community Strategic Plan.
Members can provide advice for organisations wishing to develop programs and activities for young people and help to facilitate interactions between people with diverse interests and backgrounds.
“Our members work together to identify key issues impacting youth and develop strategies that encourage solutions and contribute to a more inclusive and youth-friendly Newcastle,” said Pull.
Expressions of interest are open until 24 January.
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