Mackay, QLD collaborates with FYA on Australian-first pilot of Young Mayors program

Mackay, QLD FYA Young Mayors Program Pilot First Australian

In Progress

The Foundation for Young Australians (FYA) plans Young Mayors pilots in five councils starting with Mackay. Residents aged 11 to 18 can seek election by their peers to the local youth cabinet. FYA trains cabinet members about local government, provides connections to experts, and builds networks among youth cabinets across the world. Mackay youth cabinet members advocate for their priorities during regular consultations with the regional council.

Planning Engagement Youth Services Pilot / POC

Mackay, QLD

Regional council in Queensland

Australia

Links

Young Mayors - FYA

FYA’s Young Mayors program will back young people’s voices on local councils across the country.

Newsworthy

Mackay Regional Council - New program to build young people’s power in local government

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