The Andrews Labor Government is supporting young people in Pyrenees Shire with funding for youth-led events for the 2023 Victorian Youth Fest.

Local member for Ripon Martha Haylett said the Pyrenees Shire is a recipient of 2023 Victorian Youth Fest grants, who will share in over $200,000 total funding to host youth-led events and activities.

Victorian Youth Fest is a month-long celebration in September, which provides grants of up to $2,000 to eligible organisations to host events, led by and for young people aged between 12 and 25. It provides opportunities to showcase talents, grow networks and to connect with peers.

Set to take place at the Snake Valley Skate Park, YOUth in the Pyrenees, Party In the Park will be designed and delivered by up to 18 local young people with the goal of bringing young people from across the Shire together to enjoy a range of activities and entertainment celebrating youth in regional Victoria.

Young people will be encouraged to volunteer with event implementation, delivery and evaluation and the contributions of young people across the Shire will be acknowledged during the event.

Applications supporting regional and rural events, and underrepresented community groups were prioritised through the Youth Fest program.

For more information, visit youthcentral.vic.gov.au/youth-fest

Quote attributable to Member for Ripon Martha Haylett

“We’re so proud to support local young people to lead the design and delivery of events for their community.”

“I can’t wait to see what YOUth in the Pyrenees - Party in the Park has in store.”

Quote attributable to Pyrenees Shire Council CEO Jim Nolan

“The YOUth in the Pyrenees Party will provide an opportunity for young people aged 12-25 to reconnect post-COVID and enjoy food, live music and free activities at the much-loved skate park in Snake Valley.”

“We will be holding a workshop in the lead-up to the event so young people can get involved and help plan activities for the day.”