Benjamin Millar
Young people living in Melton and Moorabool are being urged to raise their voice as part of the Victorian Youth Congress.
The Victorian Youth Congress is an advisory group of young people aged 12 – 25 who work with government to identify and advocate for issues that matter to young people.
Applications are now open to join the 2022 Victorian Youth Congress and get involved in the implementation of Victoria’s new youth strategy, due to be released later this year.
The strategy has been informed by extensive consultation with young people, including the current Victorian Youth Congress and the youth sector, and will set a long term vision to make Victoria the best place to be for all young people.
It comes as young people in Victoria face unprecedented challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, disrupting many aspects of their lives including education, employment, health and wellbeing.
The Victorian Youth Congress is a project of the state government’s Office for Youth, which sits within the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing.
Young people from diverse backgrounds, ages and from across regional, rural, outer suburban and metropolitan Melbourne are encouraged to apply.
Applicants do not need previous experience working with government.
Successful applicants will gain insight into how government works, how policies get made and what you can do to influence the process.
Members of the Victorian Youth Congress are provided with opportunities and supports to develop leadership and teamwork skills and try a range of new experiences.
Applications close September 13.
Further details and applications: youthcentral.vic.gov.au
