The Annual Report of the 2012 Chief Minister's Round Table of Young Territorians has been released and contains information relating to the groups achievements during their term.
Access the Annual Report through the Publications page
Hangin' out in Alice Springs during the school holidays? There’s a lot going on over the summer period, with a number of activities and events for you to choose from. If you would like more information on what is available, check out the calendar of events below:
Summer Holidays Calendar (PDF)
Summer Holidays Calendar (RTF)
The Australian Youth Climate Coalition (AYCC) is currently recruiting for a Darwin Coordinator. The Darwin Coordinator will be responsible for growing a grassroots AYCC group in NT’s capital as part of our national movement. This group will take part in AYCC projects and campaign on local issues.
You can read the Position Description here
This is a highly rewarding role for an extraordinary young person interested in taking action on the climate crisis and empowering others to do so too. You will build leadership, management, and communication skills, while being inspired by the dedication and ingenuity of those you work with.
The AYCC is Australia’s largest youth-run organisation, building a generation-wide movement to solve the climate crisis. Volunteering with the AYCC is one of the most effective steps a young person can take towards climate action. It’s also a special opportunity to connect with other young leaders and receive training and invaluable skills.
You can learn more about the role here
Right now, over a billion people live in extreme poverty around the world. Poverty means kids without access to schools and families without access to healthcare. Poverty is caused by broken systems. But the personal impact of poverty is people like you and I having to make impossible sacrifices each day.
The roadtrip is bringing together over 1000 of Australia’s most passionate young people who will be trained to become leaders and ambassadors for the cause. From 9th-16th of March 2013, young people will roadtrip from all corners of the country, calling on Australians to do their fair share in the fight to end extreme poverty. This is your chance to be a part of it. Apply to be an Ambassador!
Applications close: 9 December 2012
You can find out more information on the roadtrip here
City of Darwin and GRIND online are once again hosting the Youth Arts Exhibition!
Artists aged 12 to 25 years are invited to submit their works for public display.
All art forms accepted from photographs to paintings and everything in between. The choice is yours. It's free to enter and all entrants go in the running to win a voucher for art supplies.
The Exhibition will be open for seven weeks from Thursday 6 December 2012, until Thursday 10 February 2013. Opening hours are weekdays, 9am – 5pm so drop in and have a look at all the talent!
Submissions close: 29 November 2012
You can find more information on how to enter your artwork here
Applications for the National Youth Week Grant Round are open until Friday 30 November 2012. Please note this will be the ONLY grant round for National Youth Week in the Territory.
Individuals and organisations can apply for up to $500, up to $2 000 and up to $6 000 for community event/regional coordination activities.
2013 National Youth Week Grant Guideliens and Application Forms
NT Young Achiever Awards
The NT Young Achiever Awards are managed by Awards Australia. The Awards recognise those young Territorians who have contributed positively to their communities through their achievements.
Nominations are now open for the Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards 2013. Nominate an amazing young person in your community aged between 14 and 26 years!
Nominations close: 30 November 2012
Judging: February 2013
Awards presentation: 6 April 2013
Visit the Australia Day Awards website for more details