Applications are open for 2025

Position Aims

To give the young people of the West Tamar a stronger voice in the local community.

To raise awareness and engagement in local Council activities for young people.

To advocate for inclusion of young people in Council decision-making process.

To increase an understanding of the role and functions of local government for young people.

West Tamar Youth Mayor Application Form

PERSONAL DETAILS

Applicant's Name

Postal Address

Phone Number

Date of birth:

Email Address (do not use a school email)

School Attending (next year)

Parent/guardian name:

Parent/guardian phone number:

REFERENCES

Details of two references. A reference is someone we can contact to discuss your eligibility for this position.

Reference 1 Name

Relationship to you (teacher, coach, supervisor etc.)

Reference contact Details (phone number or email)

Reference 2 Name

Relationship to you (teacher, coach, supervisor etc.)

Reference contact Details (phone number or email)

APPLICATION QUESTIONS

Why do you want to be the West Tamar Youth Mayor?

What do you believe your greatest skill is?

What inspires you to be a leader in your community?

If you were Youth Mayor, what would you do to improve life for young people in the West Tamar?

ATTACH A VIDEO THAT MEETS THE BELOW CRITERIA:

* You MUST submit a 60-second (maximum) video of yourself presenting about how you would make a positive change in the West Tamar if you became the Youth Mayor. Be as creative as you like. * Note – the video can be handed into Council in a USB format or attached to the online application form. If you do not submit a video, your application will be incomplete, and you will be ineligible to become the Youth Mayor. If you need assistance with a device to record your video on, please contact Council’s Youth Development Officer to arrange this.

Attach your video submission

CONFIRMATION OF UNDERSTANDING

I understand the role I am applying for and the commitments I will have to make to the role if I am successful in being appointed as the 2025 Youth Mayor.

Applicant's digital signature (type name)

PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT

I understand the role that my child is applying for, and I give them permission to apply for this role. If they are successful, I will support them in attending major events and Council commitments as per the Position Description.

Parent/Guardian digital signature (type name)