Calls for applications to serve on the Tynwald Youth Select Committee
17/10/2024
Following the success of the first Committee, Tynwald is pleased to announce the Youth Select Committee will return for a second term, to run throughout 2025.
Speaker of the House of Keys, The Hon Juan Watterson SHK said:
“Tynwald is always looking for ways to engage with different groups outside of its walls and regular settings. The Youth Select committee is a unique opportunity for the Island’s young people to get stuck into a topic close to their hearts and report back to Tynwald. Alongside Junior Tynwald, and direct communication with Members, the Youth Select Committee is a valuable tool for Tynwald to hear directly from our young people.”
About the Youth Select Committee
The first ever Tynwald Youth Select Committee was formed in October 2023 and is made up of young people aged 15 to 24 years old. The Committee mirrors the Tynwald Select Committee structure and gives young people the opportunity to scrutinize and hold inquiries into topics of importance to them.
The 2023/24 Committee conducted its inquiry into the support available for young people (in particular those aged 16-25) to find ‘a suitable and affordable place to call home’ in the Island. A report will be published later this year and will be laid before Tynwald.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be between 15 and 23 years of age, inclusive, on 1st September 2024.
Before applying, applicants should make sure that they are able to commit to the initial dates outlined in the application form.
Application Process
If you are interested in applying for the Youth Select Committee or you would like to find out more, please e-mail ysc@tynwald.org.im.
Alternatively you can attend a Drop-In Session on Wednesday 30th October 12pm - 1pm or Friday 1st November 4pm - 5pm at the Office of the Clerk of Tynwald, Legislative Buildings, Finch Road, Douglas, where you can meet the team, ask any questions and complete an application form.
Application forms will also be available from www.tynwald.org.im/learn/YSC or you can pick up a paper copy from the Tynwald Reception, open Monday – Friday, 9am - 5pm.
Applications will close on Friday 15th November 2024.
For further information contact:
Engagement Services Team
Office of the Clerk of Tynwald, Legislative Buildings,
Finch Road, Douglas, IM1 3PW
Tel: (01624) 685500
Email: ysc@tynwald.org.im
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