Youth opportunities program

Young people

Cosy indoor space labelled “Elder’s lounge.” Three people lively chatting while sitting on a black sofa. A fourth person seated on a chair faces and interacts with them. The background features a colourful painting with fish, seahorses, and coral.

Applications now open

Opportunities
Join our youth opportunities program
A training and mentorship opportunity for young people to help plan City of Sydney events.
In progress

Alex Blair

Senior social programs officer

: 9265 9333
: [email protected]

How to apply

We call for applications for the youth opportunities program once a year.

There are occasional opportunities for mid-year intakes. If you have a keen interest in joining the program after applications have closed, email [email protected] with more information about yourself and your interest.

Participant responsibilities

As a program participant you’ll:

attend engaging meetings and contribute your unique ideas, opinions and perspectives
co-design and shape key events with other participants, including International Day of People with Disability and Youth Week events at the City
take part in monthly workshops, training sessions and community events over a 12-month term in 2-hour meetings at a location, time and day of the week to be decided by the group.