Check out some of the Bills and reports that have resulted from Youth Parliament in previous years.
What will I do as a Youth Parliamentarian?
Discover more in our Youth Parliament Information Pack.
Think big, have fun and go far!
I have applied to be a participant, when will I know if I have been successful in my application?
What happens if my application for YP is unsuccessful?
Please do not be discouraged if your application for YP is unsuccessful. You will be placed on a waiting list in case a Youth Parliamentarian withdraws from their position in the program.
Applicants on our waitlist will be contacted if an appropriate place becomes available.
What is the program fee for participants?
The participant program fee is $1400.
What does the cost cover?
Residential camp includes;
Are there sponsorships to cover the program cost?
First Nations scholarships
We are proud to offer a select number of First Nations scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. Please indicate in your application if you would like to be considered for one of these scholarships.
Financial barriers
If the cost of Youth Parliament is a barrier for you to participate in the program, please indicate this in your application, and we will endeavour to support you to raise the funds. Many young people seek support to raise funds from their community which includes their school, local MP, rotary clubs and other community organisations.
If you would like to have a confidential conversation about the Youth Parliament fee, please contact the Youth Parliament Team at youthparliament@ymcansw.org.au
What kind of support is available at the camps?
The Y NSW Youth and Community team will be at camp as dedicated Wellbeing Officers – trained youth workers – they will be providing supervision and support at all times at camps.
I am a successful applicant, do both camps (in the April and July school holidays) have mandatory attendance?
Yes, both camps have mandatory attendance. If you cannot attend in person and have not communicated this to the Youth Parliament Program Coordinator before camp begins, you may be removed from the program.
Participants must remain on location for Training and Residential Camp at all times. Passouts are not permitted unless there's a medical or family emergency.
I am a successful applicant, but I need to withdraw from my position in the program. How do I do this?
We understand that commitments can change. Therefore, a cooling-off period enables you to withdraw your position as a participant, which is before Monday, 31st March 2025.
If you cancel after this period, you will not be eligible to receive a refund.
I've heard about nominating a young person for Youth Parliament, what's it all about?
The Y’s influential Youth Parliament program educates NSW’s young people about the parliamentary process, enabling them to actively engage in public policy by creating and debating bills. Every participant’s potential to lead, learn and connect is nurtured through parliamentary education, community engagement, confidence building and teamwork.
Nominating a Youth Parliamentarian is a rewarding experience and a powerful way for you to engage with young people's ideas in your school and electorate and more broadly in NSW.
Youth Parliament is always on the lookout for passionate and inspired young people! We welcome any nominations made by schools and/or Members of the NSW Parliament.
I am a NSW school teacher or Member of Parliament, can I nominate a young person to be Youth Parliamentarian?
Yes! You are welcome to nominate as many young people as possible in years 10-12 (or age equivalent).
You can nominate a young person by supporting them to complete the YP Application Form and writing them a support letter for them to upload.
Applications for #YP2025 are now open!
What is the program fee?
I know of a young person aged between 18-25 years, can I nominate them to be a part of the program?
Yes! For young people aged 18 years and over, you can refer them to the program as a volunteer.
I am a local Member of Parliament and I'd like to meet the Youth Parliamentarian representing my electorate – is this possible?
How can I be a part of the Youth Parliament program?
There are so many ways to be a part of program! You can support a participant financially by becoming a Sponsor or you can be a part of our Youth Sitting Week. Feel free to contact our Program coordinator to discuss how you can be involved.
Please reach out to our program coordinator via email at youthparliament@ymcansw.org.au.
What is Youth Parliament?
Who can participate in Youth Parliament?
Young people in years 10, 11 and 12 in NSW can register to participate in Youth Parliament.
Young people who have left school, aged 18-25, can volunteer to be a Taskie!
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