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About the program

The Youth Action Group (YAG) is a group of emerging young leaders (ages 16-25) who are passionate about raising the profile of young people in Melbourne. The YAG will work collaboratively with other young people over the course of one year to create and deliver two social change campaigns that address social inclusion, civic and economic participation and other important issues affecting young people in Melbourne.

YAG’s social change campaigns will be 100% decided on by the group members. The campaigns will seek to benefit other young people and the wider community by raising awareness and educating the community on issues that affect young people. The social campaigns will challenge stereotypes, reduce stigma and create positive and lasting social change aimed at improving the wellbeing of all young people.

Some examples past YAG projects have included: a campaign to promote equality and reduce stigma, a video screening promoting compassion, a couch surfing advocacy campaign and a Future of Melbourne advocacy campaign. It could be anything, it’s up to the group to decide after completing induction and training (more info below).

YAG also acts as a consultative group to organisations wishing to increase youth participation, collaborating on strategies and projects. Some examples of past YAG consultations include: City of Melbourne, Commissioner for Children and Young People, Melbourne Water and Oaktree Foundation.

About the role

The overarching goals for the YAG are to foster Melbourne’s next generation of civic leaders, create connections between diverse groups of young people, and elevate youth voice in Melbourne.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Participating in regular personal & professional development
• Regularly attending and actively participating in weekly sessions
• Design, deliver and evaluate 2 social campaigns
• Willingness to stretch yourself and work respectfully with a wide range of people

Your interests include but are not limited to:

• Youth participation
• Social justice issues that affect young people or the marginalised in society

Our commitment to diversity

At MCM, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion helps us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people. If you require specific support to apply for this position, please advise the recruiting manager whose contact details are listed in the advertisement. We will work with you to identify the best way to assist you.

Our commitment to safety

MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.

Please review the position description below for the full duties and key selection criteria.