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Youth Advisory Group

Classification:

Advisory Group

Delegation:

There may be occasions where Working Parties need to be formed to carry out the work of the Youth Advisory Group. Working Parties may include additional members, only where they have a direct interest or expertise in the task area.

Scope:

The Youth Advisory Group will be an important point of contact between Council and young people. It will enable Council to consult with young people on matters relating to youth service provision and youth issues. It will also enable young people to become more involved in the planning and delivery of Council and Youth Services initiatives and facilities. The objectives of the Group are to:

  • Provide advice to Council on matters relating to youth service provision and youth issues;
  • Provide an avenue for young people to communicate with Council;
  • Encourage youth participation in Council initiatives and strategies; and
  • Assist in the identification of needs and priority setting for Youth Services.

Membership and Chairperson:

One Councillor is represented on this Advisory Group. The minimum membership of the Group will comprise one Councillor and a minimum of two young people from each of the age groups 11-14, 15-18 and 19-25 (6). Membership will be sought on the basis of a broad interest, understanding and commitment to youth issues and the municipality and shall aim to include a broad range of young people, from a range of ages and backgrounds.

Stakeholder Staff Representatives:

Manager of Family Services and the Community Development Officer

Current or Anticipated Role of Staff Member in the Committee, Working Group etc:

To take minutes, prepare agendas and present items and provide advice where appropriate.

Meeting Frequency:

Monthly

Timeline for Involvement:

Ongoing

Accountability of Committee and Committee Members:

To Council

Reporting Requirement:

Notes of meeting to be prepared. Items for discussion proceed to General Committee as appropriate. No reporting required for items for noting. Report to Council twice yearly and CMT Policy. Any other relevant information (eg decision making process, venue, who resources): A quorum for the Group meetings is a minimum of half of the membership, including either the Councillor or Council staff member.

References (internal/external/policies/legislation/documents related to Committee):

Council Liaison/Contact:

Lilli James on 9599 4655

Achievements of Committee/Working Group or Network:

To be listed on review date.


Page last updated: 02 Jul 2010

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