Who is NSWALC?

As the State's peak representative body in Aboriginal Affairs, the New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) aims to protect the interests and further the aspirations of its members and the broader Aboriginal community. NSWALC is the largest member based Aboriginal organisation in NSW. 

NSWALC is committed to ensuring a better future for Aboriginal people by working for the return of culturally significant and economically viable land, pursuing cultural, social and economic independence for its people and being politically proactive and voicing the position of Aboriginal people on issues that affect them. 

What is the role of the Youth Advisory Committee? 

NSWALC wants to provide young Aboriginal people with a chance to be heard and develop their leadership skills. Goal 5 of the NSWALC Strategic Plan is to ‘Secure Our Future’. This includes an objective to engage with our youth and membership. NSWALC is establishing a Youth Advisory Committee to meet this goal and objective. 

The NSWALC Youth Advisory Committee will provide advice and recommendations to NSWALC on: 

  • Policy, programs and services which impact young Aboriginal people (with a focus on Aboriginal Land Rights in NSW);
  • Engaging with youth groups across NSW;
  • Current and emerging issues and concerns of importance to young Aboriginal people;
  • Issues impacting young Aboriginal people across local and regional contexts;
  • Opportunities and strategies to increase the participation of young Aboriginal people in the Land Rights Network; and
  • Discussions and consultations to raise the awareness of young Aboriginal people regarding Land Rights in NSW.

Who are “Youth”? 

Young people are defined as being between 18 to 25 years of age for the purpose of the NSWALC Youth Advisory Committee. 

Youth Advisory Committee Application Form

Become the next member of NSWALC's Youth Advisory Committee and have your voice heard!

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Please read the following information and then complete the form below.

Who are we looking for to join the YAC?

 

NSWALC is looking for young people who:

·                are between 18 and 25 years of age

·                are a member of a Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) in NSW

·                are currently living/working/studying in the region of their LALC

·                can demonstrate a commitment to actively participate on the Youth Advisory Committee, including travelling and attending Regional and State-wide meetings

·                Is an advocate for the rights and interests of Aboriginal peoples

·                can demonstrate a willingness to learning and personal development

 

We strongly encourage applications from, people with disability and LGBTIQA+ people.

Who is NSWALC?

As the State’s peak representative body in Aboriginal Affairs, the New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) aims to protect the interests and further the aspirations of its members and the broader Aboriginal community. NSWALC is the largest member based Aboriginal organisation in NSW.

NSWALC is committed to ensuring a better future for Aboriginal people by working for the return of culturally significant and economically viable land, pursuing cultural, social and economic independence for its people and being politically proactive and voicing the position of Aboriginal people on issues that affect them.

What is the role of the YAC?

The Youth Advisory Committee provides young Aboriginal people with a chance to be heard and develop their leadership skills in a 2-year term. This includes an objective to engage with our youth and membership across the land rights network.

 

The NSWALC Youth Advisory Committee will provide advice & recommendations to NSWALC on:

·                Policy, programs and services which impact young Aboriginal people with a focus on Aboriginal Land Rights in NSW

·                Engaging with youth groups across NSW

·                Current and emerging issues and concerns of importance to young Aboriginal people to improve awareness of NSWALC of a range of issues which affect young Aboriginal people

·                Issues impacting young Aboriginal people across local and regional contexts

·                Opportunities and strategies to increase the participation of young Aboriginal people in the Land Rights Network

·                Discussions and consultations to raise the awareness of young Aboriginal people regarding Land Rights in NSW

What are the Benefits?

NSWALC is committed to supporting our YAC members throughout their 2-year term and beyond as you embark on your career. NSWALC will:

·                Assist Youth Advisory Committee members fulfil their roles and responsibilities through the provision of high-level support

·                Assist Youth Advisory Committee members develop their skills and knowledge through the provision of training and mentoring

·                Work cooperatively with the Youth Advisory Committee at all times

·                Provide a safe and respectful environment for open two-way dialogue by and with the Youth Advisory Committee

Applicant Information

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