Youth Councillors hold meetings in person at council offices
The Youth Council:
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has 50 places on it, with members aged 11 to 18 years old or up to 25 years for those young people with additional needs from across North Tyneside
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represent the views and ideas of other young people in North Tyneside
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allows young people to meet elected members and key decision makers
Youth councillors meet monthly:
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complete their own agreed priorities
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to discuss what is happening
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hear from officers of the council about plans and opportunities to get involved
You can watch previous Young Mayor updates on our YouTube Channel.
Anyone interested in contacting Max or Hannah, or who would like to know more about joining the Youth Council, can email youngmayor@northtyneside.gov.uk.
Youth Council committees
Committees are made up of youth councillors who are focused on an issue that is important to them and the young people they represent. The aim is to meet with adult decision makers to have a direct voice discussing the issues and agree how they can support each other to achieve a positive change for young people and their families in the borough. Each committee is working on the following:
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Emotional Wellbeing & Mental Health Committee - Working to create better support in schools for mental health issues and work on improving and promoting mental health.
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Environment Committee - Working to reduce the carbon footprint for North Tyneside.
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Equality & Diversity Committee - Working to ensure equality for all and diversity in our borough through action and education.
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Ready for Life Committee - Working to ensure that young people in education receive the required skills for life after they leave school and enter the wider world.
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Community Safety Committee - Focusing on public health related issues, safety and community engagement.
For more information email youngmayor@northtyneside.gov.uk