Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett is calling on all aspiring young leaders to apply to represent Bundaberg and Burnett in the 2017 YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament.
Mr Bennett said young people aged between 15 and 25 years should apply for a seat in the Youth Parliament by Monday, February 27.
He said the youth parliament program, now in its 22nd year, was a great opportunity for young people to stand up and take part in the democratic process.
“The YMCA Youth Parliament is a wonderful program that gives young people valuable skills and experience to help prepare them to become future community leaders,” Mr Bennett said.
“This fantastic program has a long history of providing young people with unrivalled opportunities for personal development, civic engagement and employment pathways.
“The practical program develops debating, negotiating and leadership skills and participants then put these skills to the test at Parliament House in Brisbane.
“Youth Members get an insider’s look at what it’s like to be a parliamentarian, learning about parliamentary rules, writing bills and debating them in the parliamentary chamber.”
Youth Member selections are based on a number of factors including regional and remote representation, diversity, enthusiasm and personal development potential.
More information is available from Mr Bennett’s office on 4111 5100 or email [email protected].
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7 February 2017