Meet The Team

West Tamar Council's Youth Services Team

West Tamar Council employs a youth team, who work along side young people on various issues, projects, holiday programs, youth centres and youth committees. For info about the amazing West Tamar Youth Advisory Council (YAC West Tamar), head over to their page.

Kirsten Howard
Youth Development Officer

Best parts of the job The best part of being a youth development officer is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in young people's lives, helping them to discover their potential and develop essential life skills

Passion Empowering young people to become passionate community members and be change-makers

Hobbies My hobbies include running, volunteering with Girl Guides, camping, hiking, eating good food and spending time with my friends, family and my dog Sadie

John Lawton
Youth Programs Assistant

Best part of the job Getting paid to play games and make stuff is heaps of fun!

Passion My passion is making things

Unique talent I'm the go-to guy for using 3D printers

The team would like to recognise the important volunteers in the West Tamar that make it a better place all residents, but particularly for the young people that we work with.

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