A new pilot program set in motion as part of National Volunteer Week aims to provide young people with valuable experience through various volunteering roles in the tourism and marketing industry.
Expressions of interest are now open on the Central Coast Visitor Services Young Ambassador Pilot Program.
The 12-week-volunteer program has been designed to provide real industry experience and networking opportunities for 10 young people aged between 18 and 25 to help create pathways into the tourism industry.
Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith, said the pilot program was a great opportunity for young people studying tourism or marketing.
“Program participants will have the chance to meet experts and build on their educational experiences,” she said.
“One of the key aims of the program is to help the next generation break into the industry while also highlighting all that the Central Coast has to offer.
“As well as this exciting youth program there are also volunteer opportunities at the recently revitalised Visitor Information Centre at The Entrance and we’re encouraging residents to register interest in becoming a Visitor Service Volunteer Ambassador, which is a wonderful chance for people to meet others and share their passion and love of the Central Coast.”
Council Administrator Rik Hart said National Volunteer Week – held from May 15-21 – was the ideal time to reflect on the valuable contributions volunteers make to the community.
“There are thousands of Central Coast residents making a difference in our community each and every day whether it’s helping out at school, doing a beach patrol over summer, improving our natural areas, or working with a charity,” he said.
“Council offers so many different types of volunteering opportunities no matter what your interest whether its tourism or land care.
“Volunteering is a great way to get out and about and meet like-minded people, stay fit and healthy and promote the natural beauty of the Central Coast.”
To find out more about volunteer opportunities across Council including the 2023 Central Coast Visitor Services Young Ambassador Pilot Program or how you can volunteer at the new-look Visitor Information Centre, the Regional Gallery or join the Environmental Volunteer Program, visit Council’s website.
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Central Coast Council