YOUNG people across Greater Springfield will have a bigger say in the future of their community, with a new advisory group giving them the opportunity to influence local decisions and turn their ideas into action.
Y Queensland officially launched Youth Advisory Greater Springfield (YAGS) last week, bringing together community representatives, local leaders and young people to celebrate the initiative.
Based at The Y Springfield Central Community Centre, the group will gather up to 20 young people aged 16 to 25 to identify local priorities, share ideas and develop initiatives that reflect the needs and aspirations of their community.
Y Queensland Chief Operating Officer Will Sambrook said young people had an important role to play in shaping their communities today, not just in the future.
“Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow. They have valuable ideas, perspectives and experiences that can make a real difference in our communities today,” he said.
“Through YAGS, we want to create a space where young people feel heard, valued and empowered to turn their ideas into meaningful action.”
Mr Sambrook said Greater Springfield’s growing and diverse population made it important for young people to have opportunities to contribute to decisions affecting the places where they live, learn and connect.
“At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people, and this initiative is about giving them the confidence, connections and opportunities to create positive change,” he said.
The advisory group will meet regularly, providing opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills, build connections and work collaboratively on ideas.
The initiative will also encourage stronger collaboration between young people, community organisations and local stakeholders, helping ensure youth perspectives are considered in the development of The Y Springfield Central Community Centre and broader conversations about Greater Springfield’s future.
Nominations are now open for young people aged 16 to 25 who live, study, work or have a connection to Greater Springfield and are passionate about making a difference.
For more information, visit Y Queensland.
