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The opportunity
YACVic is hosting an online Roundtable to hear young people's perspectives on Victoria’s Youth Strategy, Our promise, Your future.
The Strategy informs the work the Victorian Government does to support young people. It was released in August 2022 and developed with young people’s input and advice. At the mid-point of the Youth Strategy, the Victorian Government wants to hear from young people again.
You are invited to share your thoughts on:
• what has changed since the Youth Strategy’s launch in 2022
• the issues young people are currently facing
YACVic will run one online workshop with approximately 10 young people (aged 18-25) with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds.
You will attend a roundtable discussion to draw on your lived experience, unique perspectives and expertise, providing input on discussion points such as:
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Where do you feel the most safe and why?
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What has helped you take a step towards your goals?
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What made it easier to get the help you needed?
The consultation will be held on Zoom, on:
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Monday 10 November, 4:30pm - 6pm.
Safety and Support
The workshop will be run by YACVic’s Participation & Development team with Young Peer Facilitators leading the conversation, and on hand to support your participation.
YACVic is a child safe organisation. By taking part in our opportunities, you agree to join us in our commitment to child safety.
About you
You are a young person aged 18 – 25 living in Victoria.
What will you get out of this opportunity?
You will have the opportunity to learn about government agency decision-making and contribute to that process with your ideas and insights.
During the workshop you may use and develop self-advocacy, listening, empathy, discussion and presentation skills.
This is a voluntary opportunity.
Application process
To apply for this opportunity, please enter your details on this expression of interest form by Tuesday 4 November at 10am.
Alternatively, please email Finn at FStirling@YACVic.org.au with your written or video responses to the following questions:
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Your full name
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Your age
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Your pronouns
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Your email address
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Where you live: metro Melbourne/regional Vic/Rural Vic
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Do you have any access needs or requirements? A list of common access needs can be found at the bottom of this call out.
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The following questions are optional and help us to learn a bit more about you:
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What languages do you speak at home?
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How would you describe your race?
We will select participants based on creating a diverse group with mixed lived experience.
Accessibility and Inclusion
At YACVic, we take access and inclusion seriously. We are committed to making every event as accessible and inclusive as possible for all members of our community. If you have a specific access request, would like further information or want to provide any suggestions, we would love to hear from you.
You can email or call us with your access and/or support requirements.
Our work takes place through the lands of the Aboriginal nations within Victoria, and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that Sovereignty was never ceded. Always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.
Contact Us
For any additional questions, concerns or support please contact Sam Champion, Participation and Development Manager, 0438 072 200 | SChampion@YACVic.org.au.
Privacy & confidentiality
Your information will be used in accordance with the YACVic privacy policy which you can read on our website.
Your information will be used to help us select a diverse and representative group. Your information will be stored in a password protected location that will only be accessible to YACVic staff.