Applications to join the 2023 Ipswich Youth Advisory Council cohort have now closed.
Ipswich Youth Advisory Council (IYAC) comprises young people aged between 13-18 years who come together to have a voice for raising issues and sharing ideas that affect young people.
IYAC aims to:
- increase civic participation by our youth community
- develop young people’s knowledge of the issues that affect them at a Federal, State, and Local Government level
- provide an opportunity to work collaboratively in a team with other young people to affect real change
- provide a voice for young people in relation to council issues, strategies and plans
- establish strong connections with the Ipswich City Council and elected officials
- extend the leadership potential of young people in Ipswich through collaboratively learning
- provide an increased understanding of community issues, planning, policy and decision-making processes to young people.
The IYAC team meets monthly, with members serving an initial one-year term and can seek re-appointment for a subsequent term.
Council objectives:
- Report to council and provide appropriate advice, information and feedback on matters relevant to young people
- Provide a forum for young people to meet regularly and express their views on issues affecting them and their peers
- Provide a space for young people to bring forward their issues that directly affect them and inform council representatives of these issues
- Develop strategies and projects that improve opportunities for young people and others in the community
- Provide opportunities for young people to contribute to civic life
- Develop new networks with other young leaders.
What is involved?
The 2023 IYAC program involves:
- up to 10 meetings throughout the year (face to face and online)
- optional participation in a Youth Conference and sub meetings
- optional participation in a range of civic community events.
Who can be an IYAC member?
Ipswich City Council welcomes Ipswich young people between the age of 13-18 years who are eager to make a positive difference in their local community.
Reports
Ipswich Youth Advisory Council 2020 Annual Report (PDF, 1.5 MB)
Ipswich Youth Advisory Council Intake One Twelve-Month Report (PDF, 689.0 KB)
More Information
For more information contact Ipswich City Council on (07) 38107437 or email youth@ipswich.qld.gov.au