Redlanders are being encouraged to get involved in the state’s first Queensland Youth Week and celebrate the contributions young people make to their local community.
Redlands MP Kim Richards said people aged 12 to 25 made a big contribution to Redlands and this was the perfect opportunity to recognise it.
“This week is an opportunity for all of us to celebrate the many and varied contributions of young people to Redlands – culturally, socially and economically,” she said.
“The theme this year ‘Jump in. Make a splash’ is all about getting our young people to voice their opinions and get out there and make a difference.
“The week will run from six to 15 April. It would be terrific to see as many people as we can getting involved.”
Youth Minister Di Farmer said that as part of Queensland’s inaugural Queensland Youth Week, a safe online space had been developed so young people could connect directly with the state government and their peers.
“The Queensland Youth Engagement Hub is an online platform that young people can use to have their say on what matters most to them,” she said.
“The hub will come alive with a range of activities in the lead up to Youth Week and the ideas and opinions that young people share on the platform will contribute directly to government planning and decision-making.”
Ms Richards said she also wanted to involve youths in the cyberbullying conversation with a student-led forum planned for May in Victoria Point.
“We know cyberbullying has devastating effects on young lives and on families,” she said.
“I’m really proud to be part of a government that is committed to tackling cyberbullying head on and this will form a part of our activities during Queensland Youth Week.”
To see what is happening during Queensland Youth Week or to register an event visit qld.gov.au/youthweek
