Young people in Wyndham are being encouraged to participate in the 2024 Wyndham Youth Civic Participation Project.
Applications for the project, which is aimed at young people aged 18 to 25 with an interest in government and who want to get close-up experience, are now open.
Participants will have to opportunity to speak with councillors, senior public servants, and council staff, about their responsibilities and the work they do.
The project also includes travelling to Canberra for a four-day tour, visiting Parliament House, Museum of Australian Democracy, High Court of Australia and the Australian War Museum, as well as a full day at Parliament House Victoria and visiting Wyndham City Council.
Wyndham’s Fynn Groves and Karlee McCulloch were selected for the 2023 Youth Civic Participation Project and encouraged others to apply.
“I learnt so much about the workings of government, how politicians get elected,“ said Karlee.
“I enjoyed making new friends and getting to know the local politicians.“
Fynn said the trip to Canberra was the highlight of the project as well as meeting other young people with an interest in government.
“It was great to be around like minded young people with similar ideas from all different backgrounds with a whole range of perspectives.“
Interested young people are encouraged to submit an application detailing their future goals and interest in Australian politics, previous community involvement and
how they would benefit from participating in the project.
Applications close June 11, after which a selection panel will assess applications and select successful project participants.
To find out more or to apply visit: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/services/youth-services/awards-competitions/youth-civic-participation-project
