Join the 2025 Victorian Youth Congress

Applications are open to join the Victorian Youth Congress in 2025!

Membership of the Victorian Youth Congress is a unique opportunity for Victorians aged 12-25 to work with the Victorian Government to identify issues that matter to young people, provide advice on youth policy and programs and contribute to the implementation of Our Promise, Your Future: Victoria’s youth strategy 2022-2027.

The Victorian Youth Congress is made up of approximately 20 young people aged 12 to 25 years from across Victoria. Membership of the Victorian Youth Congress is a time commitment of about 5-10 hours per month and members are remunerated for their contributions and advice.

We’re looking for young people who enjoy working in a team and have a strong interest in issues relevant to young people across the state. Previous experience in advisory groups, working with government or other leadership opportunities is not required; what matters is passion and potential.

How to apply

To find out more information or apply, head to the online application form. Applications close at 5pm Tuesday 15 October.

If you have particular accessibility requirements and wish to make an application outside of the online form (completed application document, verbal application over the phone etc.) please contact the Victorian Youth Congress secretariat at vyc@dffh.vic.gov.au

Have more questions?

Want to find out more before applying? Take a look at our responses to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below.

If this doesn’t answer your question, get in touch with the Victorian Youth Congress secretariat at vyc@dffh.vic.gov.au.

Make sure to get your application in by 5pm Tuesday 15 October for your chance to join the Victorian Youth Congress in 2025.