IF you are an enthusiastic young person between the ages of 15 and 25 and live in the Southern Downs region, why not consider becoming a Young Leader.
If you would like to get involved in youth concerts, youth week activities, leadership training, and other events, then the Southern Downs’ Young Leaders Program is for you.
Southern Downs Regional Council is committed to supporting the Young Leaders in 2017 in addressing the issues and needs of the young people within our region. This is a chance for young people to make a change to the often heard “there is nothing to do in this place”, by making something happen.
The Young Leaders Program is an opportunity for youth to use their initiative to identify exciting projects for the community.
With the support of the council and the youth workers, Young Leaders develop various skills which are perfect for professional development and great for a resume. The Young Leaders also have the opportunity to work in a fantastic team environment.
Southern Downs community services and major projects manager Michael Bell encouraged young people with a broad range of abilities and backgrounds to apply.
“Through the Young Leaders program we want to build partnerships across the region, develop opportunities and encourage participation to ensure that our diverse range of young people have a voice and the support to become more independent and self-determining individuals.
“In previous years, Young Leaders have organised hike challenges, art competitions, engagement forums, concerts, workshops, expos, laser skirmish and festivals just to name a few.
“The Youth Disaster Games held as part of Youth Week, a Girls Empowerment Workshop, an inspirational lunch as part of Disability Action Week, the Young Entrepreneurs Seminar, and Rockin’ EDGEFest are some of the major highlights from the last few years.
“The program also addresses the more serious issues within our region, with Young Leaders tackling social issues that affect young people including homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse and violence”, Mr Bell said.
The Young Leaders support a variety of major community events and have had input into planning schemes, master plans and the youth policy within Southern Downs Regional Council.
If you are interested in becoming part of the Young Leaders Program in 2017, please contact the council’s youth development officer Hailey Cosh on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).
The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 11 November. Application forms are available on the council’s website at www.sdrc.qld.gov.au/living-here/youth-zone/southern-downs-young-leaders
