Youth Advisory Group

The Indigo Shire Youth Advisory Group consists of 16 young people aged 14-23 who live, study or work in Indigo Shire.

The group meets fortnightly to provide advice, amplify the voices of young people and design youth led events. Members are provided with training in project management, peer facilitation and community activation skills. Transport and meals are provided, and young people are remunerated for their time and expertise.

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The Indigo Shire Youth Advisory Group aims to:

1. Amplify the voices of young people in our community by:  

  • talking with young people to understand their wants and needs, then bringing this information to activities we create, such as workshops and events. 
  • checking in with young people who attend our events to find out what's working well and what could be better, then using this feedback to improve future programs.  

2. Ensure Indigo Shire Youth Programs:  

  • are safe and welcoming for everyone, especially First Nations and LGBTQIA+ young people, by designing programs that celebrate and respect all identities and cultures  
  • are interesting, relevant and reflect the needs of young people in our community  

3. Build the skills and confidence of members of the Advisory Group in:  

  • Consultation: Listening to young people in our community 
  • Co-Design: Designing activities with young people 
  • Evaluation: Gather feedback about activities and suggest improvements 
  • Grant funding: what is it and  how does it work 

The Youth Advisory Group has been funded through the Victorian Government Amplify Program since 2025. 

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Achievements of the Youth Advisory Group: 2023-2025

The Indigo Shire Youth Advisory Group has been meeting fortnightly since 2023. Consisting of a group of 10 young people from across the shire the group has:

  • Planned and delivered a variety of youth led events, including Unite Indigo in Yackandandah in 2023 and Unite Blak, Loud and Proud Edition in Wahgunyah in 2024 to celebrate NAIDOC week
  • Provided advice to council on strategic plans including the 2025-2029 Council Plan and Municipal Health and Wellbeing Plan
  • Participated in a variety of training and capacity building workshops, including 'Delivering great workshops', 'Youth Participation 101' and training with our local CFA and DEECA. 
  • Created a community emergency preparedness resource
  • Created stalls at a variety of community events including Spring Ditch, Pride fair Day, Yack Folk Festival and more
  • Delivered community consultation at a range of youth events including the North-East Skate Park Series, Makers & Milkshakes and Library After Hours, hearing the priorities of other young people in our community

* In 2023-2024 the Youth Advisory Group was funded through the Australian Government bushfire recovery Program: Future Proof 

 
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