Chance for young people to become tomorrow’s leaders

Young people are being urged to apply for Central Coast Council’s Youth for Youth (Y4Y) Leadership program designed to equip local 15-24 year olds with the skills and confidence to lead and inspire change in their communities.  

Applications are now open for this opportunity to be at the forefront of creating and implementing projects that matter to youth in their community. 

Council Director Community and Recreation Services Melanie Smith said the program fostered a generation of informed and confident individuals who could advocate for the needs and interests of their peers. 

“Now in its sixth year, the Y4Y Leadership Program strengthens community unity, drives positive social change and ensures that the voices of young people are represented in local decision-making processes,” Smith said. 

“The program provides participants with practical experience in leadership, project management and event planning, preparing them for future challenges and opportunities.

“We’ve seen the current Youth Action Team successfully deliver a diverse range of school holiday programs including skateboard art design, hip-hop workshops and street art sessions.

“They have also engaged in podcasting and event media, producing content for the Y4Y Instagram channel, and participated in discussions with local and state government representatives regarding youth issues on the Central Coast.” 

Further key highlights from 2024 Y4Y’s Action Team include first aid training, equipping young people with vital job-ready skills, team building with virtual reality sessions focused on enhancing leadership skills and teamwork, awareness campaigns to raise awareness about youth-related issues and promote events and programs.

Applications for the 2025 Y4Y leadership program close on Friday, November 15 with successful applicants announced on Saturday, December 14.

To join the Y4Y Action Team search Youth for Youth Leadership at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au to register to become a young leader of tomorrow.