Hindmarsh and Yarriambiack shire councils have secured funding for State Government Engage! and FReeZA programs for the next three years, which will support youth entertainment, leadership and training opportunities.
Yarriambiack Shire Council received $150,000 to deliver its Building Youth Leadership for the shire’s Future project at the shire’s three secondary colleges, run by Western Bulldogs Community Foundation.
Hindmarsh’s Engage! program will continue to empower young people to co-design and deliver activities that build skills and confidence, and encourage creativity, while the FReeZA funding will allow council to support music events, school holiday activities, and training opportunities for young people.
Youth councillors play an important role in leading the development and delivery of activities through the Engage! and FReeZA programs.