Community Call: Let's positively shape our youth's future

The East Arnhem Regional Council is excited to announce the development of a new community-led Youth Strategy to positively empower the young people of our region.

With a vision to foster positive pathways and unlock the full potential of our young people, the East Arnhem Youth Strategy 2024-2027 aims to ensure that every youth in Arnhem Land has access to the same opportunities available to their peers across Australia.

To create this roadmap for the future, we are committed to listening to the voices, experiences and ideas of community members, youth service providers, stakeholders and most importantly, young people.

"The East Arnhem Youth Strategy 2024-2027 will not just be a document; it's a commitment to our youth, their aspirations, and their well-being," said Priscilla Yunupingu. 

"We want to create an environment where every young person feels valued, and empowered to pursue their dreams. It will bring together community and stakeholders to enhance our service delivery now and into the future"

Your opportunity to contribute

We invite all young people, community members, service providers, and stakeholders to actively participate in the engagements, which will run throughout May and June 2024. Your voice is valued in shaping the future of our youth and our community. 

How you can get involved

1. Attend In-Community Consultations

Our team will be visiting each of the nine communities on the following dates: 

• Monday 20th May: Ramingining

Ramingining Community Consultation Workshop Poster

Ramingining Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Tuesday 21st May: Milingimbi 

Milingimbi Community Consultation Workshop Poster

Milingimbi Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Wednesday 22nd May: Nhulunbuy/ Gunyangara 

Gove Peninsula Stakeholder Workshops Poster

Gunyangara Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Thursday 23rd May: Galiwin’ku 

Galiwin’ku Community Consultation Workshop Poster

Galiwin’ku Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Friday 24th May: Gapuwiyak 

Gapuwiyak Community Consultation Workshop Poster

Gapuwiyak Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Saturday 25th May: Yirrkala 

Yirrkala Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Monday 27th May: Milyakburra/ Angurugu 

Milyakburra Community Consultation Workshop Poster

• Tuesday 28th May: Angurugu 

Angurugu Community Consultation Workshop Poster

Angurugu Youth Activity Sessions Poster

• Wednesday 29th May: Umbakumba 

Umbakumba Community Consultation Workshop Poster

Umbakumba Youth Activity Sessions Poster

Consultation opportunities in each Community: 

• Community activations 
• Stakeholder workshop 
• Attendance at Council Youth Services 
• Councillor and Local Authority Workshop 
• School focus groups 

2. Take the Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/s8gEMMUKY4

3. Submit Written Submissions: Daniel.rule@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au

Consultation Period Deadline: June 30, 2024 

Your voice matters, and we urge you to join us in shaping a brighter future for the youth of East Arnhem. Together, we can make a difference.