The Youth Council

The Objectives of the Lithgow Youth council are:

  • To raise the profile of youth in Lithgow
  • To be a voice to community leaders
  • To help the Council to solve problems and accomplish the goals of this community by working directly with youth representatives, and
  • To serve the youth of the Lithgow local government area (LGA).

The Youth Council plays a varied role in our community, representing the local youth in the area to the Chamber of Commerce, Schools and service clubs as well as providing regular reports to Council.

Achievements So Far

Some of the proud achievements by the Youth Council include:

  • Planning, development and installation of the Lithgow skatepark.
  • Assisted in the organisation of Lithgow's Little Day Out and other youth culture events.
  • Helped in developing the application for successful indent funding for four youth musical events.
  • Fund raised money for Cooinda as part of Celebrate Lithgow.

 

Mission Statement:

"To empower young citizens to take responsibility and play a positive role for young people in the Lithgow Community"

Youth Council Information Sheet