NSW Youth Week was held from April 16 to 24, where the City of Newcastle invited local youth to come together and enjoy street art, skateboarding and songwriting.
The creation of a community mural launched the youth-led activities with the theme ‘Together more than ever’.
Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said Youth Week was an important way to engage with and acknowledge the talents of young people.
“As part of Newcastle Youth Week celebrations, the City is supporting events and activities that promote Newcastle as a community that welcomes and celebrates young people from all backgrounds,” Cr Nelmes said.
For the past eight years, City of Newcastle has been working with the Newcastle Youth Council to coordinate a grants program for the delivery of Youth Week initiatives.
Deputy Lord Mayor Declan Clausen said three projects were funded through the program, with the City supporting another two collaborative projects that showcased and recognised local First Nations talent and promoted positive use of public space.
“Newcastle Youth Week is planned and delivered by young people for young people and provides opportunities for local youth to connect with each other and their local communities,” Cr Clausen said.
Information source: Media release, Apr 17, City of Newcastle