Youth Inspiring Palmerston (YIP) is about celebrating young people aged 12-25 from the Palmerston region. Council is committed to making Palmerston a better place for young people and the whole community. We aim to do this by making our young people visible through good news stories and ensuring they have a voice in council decisions.
There are two ways you can get involved:
YOUTH WORKING GROUPS - Throughout the year City of Palmerston will promote opportunities for young people to form working groups to develop events and programs in Palmerston. Follow @YoPalmy for updates to participate.
YOUTH MEDIA TEAM - Our Youth Media Team was formed in 2018. They come together to create content for young people. The content they create is shared across our @YoPalmy social media platforms - Facebook, Instagram and our E-Update. They also attend events as our photographers and videographers. Anyone aged 14 - 25 is welcome to apply. Register your interest HERE
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If you are keen on creating your own community project check out - UNESCO Project Planner
Top Tips for Youth Action This page will guide you step by set on how to create your own plan and action it.
Palmerston Youth Local Drug and Action Team
The Palmerston Youth Local Drug and Action Team (PYLDAT) are proud to have supported young people to create resources to address drug and alcohol issues. Several young people participated in the project creating a variety resources.
Learn more HERE
Level Up Esports
Level Up Esports formed in 2020 in response to COVID19 restrictions. Learn about how this group of young people applied for a Community Benefit Scheme to form a esports program run by youth for youth.
Learn more HERE
Palmerston Youth Action Plan Review
Palmerston Youth Activity Grant Funding Evaluation Report was launched on 13 May 2021.
Palmerston and Regional Basketball Association (PaRBA) was grateful to host the launch of the Palmerston Youth Activity Grant Funding evaluation report at the Palmerston Recreation Centre.
For full details Click HERE
Palmy Pride Picnic
City of Palmerston saw it's first Pride Picnic in 2020 when a member of the NT Youth Round Table Paige, approached City of Palmerston to discuss their community project to create a safe space in Palmerston for our LGBTQIA+ Community.
For full details Click HERE
Youth Info Map
The Youth Info Map was created to support the connection of young people to services and safe spaces in Palmerston. It highlights services and how young people can get in contact with them. It also includes important emergency numbers and informs young people about the 6 safe spaces that are available to them to socialise and or ask for help.
For full details Click HERE
Postcards for Palmerston
Young Palmerston artist aged 10 - 17 created 15 different picture postcards with messages about hope and staying connected during tough times.
For full details and postcards Click HERE
International Women's Day Mural 2020
Take a look at the murals created for the International Women’s Street Artists' Competition at the Palmerston Recreation Centre.
Muralist - Denique Stewart
For full details and photos Click HERE
Youth X Forum
Youth X Forum was an opportunity for 60 young Palmerston people to come together and discuss issues that impact them and what solutions are needed.
Click here for Full Details
ART JAM - Journal Project
Young people aged 10-17 years were provided an opportunity through Council’s Art Jam: Journal Project to capture their ideas, thoughts and feelings during the COVID-19 situation.