Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett is appealing to all aspiring young leaders to represent Burnett in the 2016 YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament.
Mr Bennett said next week was the last chance for young people aged between 15 and 25 years to apply for a seat in the Youth Parliament.
He said the youth parliament program 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.
“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.” Mr Bennett encouraged anyone interested in participating in the program to contact his office.
“I’m willing to help sponsor a young person from our region who would like to give the YMCA Youth Parliament a go,” he said.
Applications close on Friday, March 4.
More information is available at www.ymcaqyp.org
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February 22, 2016.