Wednesday 16 October 2013 Grants open for biggest celebration of young people Young people looking to organise events for National Youth Week 2014 can apply for grants to help kick start their plans, Minister for Youth Affairs Ryan Smith announced today. The Victorian Coalition Government, in partnership with the Federal Coalition Government, will provide funding for grants as proud supporters of the annual, week-long celebration of Australia’s young people. Mr Smith said National Youth Week provides local communities with a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of young people, listen to their views and support them to organise events that showcase their talent, creativity and energy. “National Youth Week puts the spotlight on young people and recognises the diverse skills, knowledge and ideas young people contribute to their local communities. It gives young people the chance to make their voices heard and really make an impact,” Mr Smith said. “Young people will again be supported to express their creative talents and address important issues in their communities as part of National Youth Week 2014 that will take place between 4-13 April 2014. “This year more than 25,000 young people across Victoria took part in the National Youth Week activities and I’m hoping we can get even more people to participate next year,” Mr Smith said. Zac Slattery, the 17 year old student appointed as Victoria’s National Youth Week Member for 2014, said that he was looking forward to participating in National Youth Week initiatives and would encourage young people to speak up about things they care about. “There’s so much support for young people in Australia and it’s great to know that what we have to say is being listened to by government,” Mr Slattery said. Grants of up to $2,000 will be available to assist groups of young people working with a local organisation, council or school, to organise and run activities of their choice. Examples of previously funded projects include: • arts focused events, photography exhibitions, mural creation and film competitions; • cultural days and community festivals including live bands, stalls and competitions; • sporting events such as soccer tournaments, skate, BMX and basketball competitions; and • workshops and forums that promote a community focus on issues of concern to young people including body image, climate change, mental health and wellbeing. National Youth Week is part of the Coalition Government’s commitment to Engage, Involve, Create and provide young people with opportunities to create cultural activities, festivals, art, music and enterprise. Applications for National Youth Week 2014 grants closes on Wednesday 20 November 2013. For further information on the grants program visit youthcentral.vic.gov.au/nyw Media contact: Elise Huck 0477 365 912 [email protected] (See attached file: 131016 Smith - Grants open for biggest celebration of young people.pdf) Please do not reply to this email address Visit premier.vic.gov.au for more news Follow Victorian Govt media releases on twitter To unsubscribe, or to add/amend contact details, please email your name and email address to [email protected]
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