The City of Greater Geelong is encouraging young people with an interest in serving their community to apply for the 2025 Youth Council.
Youth Council is a great opportunity for young people to build and strengthen their leadership skills and to advocate on behalf of their peers.
During their time in office, Youth Council members will develop new skills and learn about civic and democratic processes, and will connect with other like-minded young people.
As part of the program Youth Council members are also provided with mentoring sessions with Councillors.
To be eligible to nominate, individuals must live in the Greater Geelong City Council local government area, be aged between 12 and 17 years at the time of nomination, be able to attend 80 per cent of monthly meetings, and be able to participate in the three-day Youth Council induction in mid-late January 2025.
Nominations close on Friday September 13, and those interested can visit geelongaustralia.com.au/youthcouncil for more information or to nominate.
Greater Geelong Mayor Trent Sullivan
The Youth Council is the official ‘youth voice’ of Geelong, and plays a vital role in helping Council understand what issues are important to young people in our region,” Mayor Sullivan said.
It effectively acts as a way for young people in Geelong to have a say in the decisions that affect their lives.
It is vital to have a diverse Youth Council that is reflective of the entire community, so I encourage everyone to consider putting their hand up to represent their peers and advocate for the causes that matter to them.
Junior Mayor Hteemoo Yohellaymusaw
I and my fellow Youth Council members have enjoyed having the opportunity to contribute to the direction the City of Greater Geelong takes on issues that matter to young people in the region,” Ms Yohellaymusaw said.
We have learnt so much about how local government functions and importantly have grown in confidence.
I would strongly encourage anyone with an interest in representing their peers and standing up for young people in the community to consider nominating for Youth Council for 2025.