Applications open for young people programs
Interested and aspiring Pyrenees Shire young people can now apply for one of two new inspiring youth development and leadership programs!
EPIC 2025 and Emerging Leaders will allow young people to influence decision making on local issues affecting them, develop their leadership skills, lead youth-related projects, and receive mentoring and support. They will also have bucket loads of fun!
Applications are now open for both programs, with EPIC 2025 available for young people aged 12-15 who live within Pyrenees Shire, and Emerging Leaders suitable for 15-19-year-olds.
EPIC 2025 – which stands for Empowering. Pyrenees. Inspiring. Change – gives local young people a chance to collaborate on projects that benefit their local community.
Programs will run from June to November, with participants having access to leadership training and development opportunities. They will also help lead key youth initiatives and projects and be involved in youth advocacy.
Emerging Leaders runs from June to December and will include two leadership retreats, two Pyrenees Youth Voice summits and online mentoring and support.
To nominate, please go to the relevant application form below.
EPIC 2025 application form (for 12–15-year-olds)
Emerging Leaders application form (for 15-19-year-olds)
For those who would prefer to answer the application questions verbally, please record a self-video, no more than 90 seconds long, and email to elizabeth.hardiman@pyrenees.vic.gov.au with the subject title ‘Youth Program Application’. Any other questions or queries about EPIC 2025 or Emerging Leaders programs can also be emailed to elizabeth.hardiman@pyrenees.vic.gov.au