Our Youth Engagement Team has commenced for 2026 with all positions currently filled. Expressions of interest will remain open throughout the year and will be placed on a waitlist until a vacancy becomes available.
Youth Engagement Team
The Youth Engagement Team is comprised of active youth advocates and leaders aged 18-25 who collectively provide a stronger voice to Council and create better outcomes for young people in Glen Eira.
The Team meet on a fortnightly basis throughout each term to engage in activities, initiatives and strategies that impact young people, including:
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community engagement activities
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co-designing a youth-friendly engagement toolkit for use across Council
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co-designing a Youth Survey initiative
Members are provided with training and support to undertake their role in the team, with opportunities for members to nominate for leadership roles such as Chair and minute taker. This is a 10-month commitment that will further support your professional development and enable you to network with your peers in a safe environment.
Express your interest
Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an inclusive and child safe organisation that promotes and protects the rights of young people. Council wants to hear and capture the voices of diverse young people in Glen Eira including culturally and linguistically diverse young people, LGBTIQA+ young people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and young people with disability.
2024 & 2025 Achievements
Across the last two years, the Youth Engagement Team accomplished several of its set key initiatives aimed at strengthening community connections and amplifying youth voices. Throughout the past year, the team maintained active engagements with various council officers to foster collaborative efforts in supporting our youth. The 2024 and 2025 Youth Engagement Teams were chosen as 2025 and 2026 semi-finalists for the 7News Young Achiever Awards VIC – The Victorian Government Group Achievement in the Community Award recognising the positive impact they have made to their peers in Glen Eira.
FAQs
Is there an age limit?
This program is for young people aged 18 – 25.
Where are meetings held?
Meetings are held at the Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub, 161 Jasper Road, Bentleigh.
What time are meetings held?
Meetings are held every second Monday during the term 5.30pm–7pm with meeting dates set early in the year.
Are these meetings in-person or online?
These meetings are held in-person only.
What does the recruitment process involve?
Upon submitting an expression of interest, the Youth Program Lead will be in touch to discuss your application and answer your questions. Interviews will be conducted to ensure a fair process that also captures a diverse range of applicants.
When do applications close?
Expressions of interest are available throughout the year.
Currently, all positions are filled and you will be placed on a waitlist until a position becomes available or recruitment has commenced for 2026 – Please update to 2027.
Do I need to live in Glen Eira to apply?
Yes, only young people who live in Glen Eira will be eligible to apply.
Will I be required to have a volunteer Working with Children Check?
Yes, all team members are required to hold valid volunteer Working With Children Checks.
