Media release

8 October 2013

Be the voice of Franklin’s young people

The Franklin Youth Advisory Board is looking for six passionate, community-minded young people to become new members.

‘The Youth Advisory Board would really suit young people who are interested in youth affairs, social issues, events and leadership,’ says chairperson Sarah Summerscales. The Board seeks to replace six members whose terms have ended.

The Youth Advisory Board is involved in community events and youth affairs in Franklin, and advises the Franklin Local Board on issues of youth significance. The Board works with a range of people from all across the community, and is able to truly have input into what the Council offers locally for young people. This year, board members have spoken at Anzac Day events, planned public transport improvements, began work on a Pukekohe skate park and organised successful events including the annual Pukekohe Children’s Day celebration.

Applicants must be aged between 14 and 18, live or go to school in Franklin, and be able to attend weekly meetings in Pukekohe during the school term. The Board would particularly like to hear from year tens and elevens, and young people living in Clevedon, Wairoa and east Franklin.

Applications close on Monday, 28 October at 5:00pm.

An application form and description can be found online here: bit.ly/1faOgnu

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