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How can we create a more inclusive community for young people aged 12-24

Maitland City Council is developing a youth supporting plan and we need your input. Get involved by adding a comment in the ideas board below.

Pick a category (or multiple!) and share your thoughts and ideas.

😃 I enjoy… what's great about living in Maitland? 😃

🤞 I dream of… what would make you feel more connected to your community? 🤞

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  • Access to facilities

    Access to open spaces, parks, sporting facilities, pools, galleries, libraries and museums. Where we can connect and do what we love.

  • Activities specifically for Young People

    More events and entertainment, including creative arts, music and safe night-time options. To feel a sense of belonging to our community and a rich social life.

  • Education and Employment

    Access to programs that extend your schooling and build practical job skills, from résumé workshops to interview training, helping us grow and prepare for future opportunities.

  • Opportunities to speak up

    We want more chances to be part of Council decision-making. It matters to us to know our voices are heard and valued on the issues that affect us.

  • Heritage, history and the environment

    We’re proud of Maitland’s history, heritage and natural environment, and we want to help celebrate and protect them for the young people who come after us.

Frequently asked questions

As part of our Social Strategy, we’re developing a series of supporting plans that outline how we’ll tailor support to meet the diverse challenges and needs of the Maitland community.

Young people are a vital and vibrant part of our community. We want to make sure we are incorporating their views and needs into what we do so that they continue to participate and thrive in all Maitland has to offer.

Our Youth Supporting Plan aims to address the needs and challenges of young people aged 12-24 years old. It will provide a strategic roadmap for Council will work with young people, the youth sector, schools, community groups and other levels of government to ensure our young people are supported and empowered.

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