The opinions, views and ideas of young people are important to Council. Members of the YAC have an exciting opportunity to be involved in making decisions about matters that affect young people in the City of Campbelltown. Other benefits of joining include:

Build social skills

Be involved in a pro-social environment
Develop life skills such as interacting with peers, conflict resoultion skills, problem solving and communciation
Enhance protective factors (a sense of attachment, supportive social network) which promote positive mental health
Be involved in purposel activities

Develop critical employability skills

Leadership: Be a advocate for your peers & plan and run youth events, programs and intiatives
Team Work: Work with other like-minded young people
Communication: Report issues, opinions and information at meetings & work with the community to make change happen
Looks great on your resume and improves your employment opportunities
Gives you WORK EXPERIENCE
The Youth Development Officer can be a good referee

Be involved in your local council

Increase your knowledge of local government and Council operations
Work alongside the Council staff, the Mayor and Elected Members

Make some new friends

Meet and work with other people who have similar interests in youth affairs
Have fun and be involved in new and exciting activities