Youth Parliament
Youth Parliament
Youth Parliament provides young Victorians aged between 16 and 25 with the opportunity to "raise the roof of parliament" on the issues closest to their hearts.
The program provides young people with an opportunity to develop skills in relationship-building, team-work, public speaking, and leadership as well as to have fun. Participants take part in a 9-day residential training program which culminates in them formally debating bills in the Victorian Parliamentary chambers in September.
The Victorian Youth Parliament program is run by YMCA Victoria in conjunction with the State Government's Office for Youth. A volunteer Taskforce of 16 past participants, all under the age of 25, lead the program.
- Visit the FAQs page for general information about the program.
This year's program
The Opening Ceremony will take place in the Legislative Council Chamber, Parliament House, Spring Street, Melbourne from 9:30am on Tuesday 30th September.
Guest speakers include Hon. James Merlino MP, Hon. Hugh Delahunty MP, and YMCA Victoria Chairman Graham Kent.
This year's program features a variety of teams and bills.
