Castle Point Youth Council

 

Are you interested in making a difference to your community and developing personal skills that will last your whole life?

The Mayor of Castle Point, Councillor Barry Campagna, is looking for students in years 8-10 to join the new Castle Point Youth Council.

 

 

Why join?

• Great experience: Gain useful skills such as organisation and teamwork, while learning about politics and how Local Government works
• Share your views: Express your views to people who run the Borough and let them know what people your age think is important
• Make a difference: Help make real change in your area that benefits the community with involvement in exciting projects
• Boost your CV: the opportunity will add an important element to your CV/ personal statement and work will count towards volunteering for the Duke of Edinburgh award
• Budget: A Council-funded budget will be available for the Youth Council, meaning you will be empowered to make change happen on the projects you’ll be involved in.

 

What we need from you

Becoming a member of the Youth Council will require 1.5 hours of free time every fortnight after school hours.

If you have a big imagination, want to make positive change in your community and develop your skills, we want you!

Interested in getting involved? Fill out our form here.

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