Youth Week

Celebrating young people and their contribution to our communities.

Three people wearing black shirts and red lanyards are standing and talking outside on a sunny day, with trees and a road in the background.

What is Youth Week?

A yearly event where young people aged 12 to 24 years come together in their local communities. It’s organised by young people for young people.

You can share ideas, attend live events, voice your opinion on issues important to you, showcase your talents, have your contributions recognised, take part in competitions and have fun.

Youth Week began as a NSW Government idea in 1989 and has since become a national event.

The event is supported by the Australian Government, and state, territory and local governments.

Youth Week in the City

We partner with participants from the youth opportunities program to design events and activities.

Youth Week works towards ensuring young people can live physically and mentally healthy lives, have a voice and influence change, and feel connected and welcomed in their communities.

Each year as part of Youth Week, we host the Betty Makin Youth Awards to recognise and celebrate achievements of local young people.

Youth Week in the City aligns with our social sustainability policy and action plan.

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Community activities & initiativesBetty Makin Youth Awards

Four young people stand at the top of a sandstone staircase outside Sydney Town Hall, smiling and talking to each other.

Community activities & initiativesEmerging civic leaders

A group of older children looking at the camera and seated around a large bench

Talks, courses & workshopsSchool holiday programs for high school students