Mount Alexander Shire Council has been granted almost $300,000 to run youth projects in the shire through the Engage! program and the youth-run Eight Metre Speaker committee.
The Engage! program will receive $170,000 to work with young people, community organisations and service providers to provide activities, training and development programs. The programs will be aimed at supporting young people to feel more engaged, valued, resilient and empowered to thrive.
The Eight Metre Speaker committee will received $120,000 to deliver a diverse and inclusive range of music and cultural events for young people in the shire. The program will focus on skill development, connection to community and local industry and developing career pathways.
MP Maree Edwards, who made the funding announcement last Thursday, said the two programs gave young Victorians the power to shape their own communities, discover their voices and realise their full potential.
“This investment ensures young people across central Victoria have the tools, resources and opportunities they need to thrive —creatively, personally and professionally,” she said.
“Initiatives like Eight Metre Speaker and Mount Alexander Engage Program not only help young people build practical skills and showcase their talents, but also plant the seeds for something truly extraordinary — paving pathways to exciting futures.”
