headspace Shepparton's Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) 2027 form

Welcome to headspace Shepparton's 2027 Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Volunteer Application Form! 😊

The YAC is open to anyone aged between 15 and 24 years who is passionate about youth mental health, wellbeing and wants to make a positive difference in the community.

We actively encourage applications from all young people. We recognise the many varied identities of young people who live in our community and therefore particularly encourage you to apply if you..

have a lived experience of mental illness and/or have accessed headspace services in the past
identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community member
are from a multicultural and/or refugee background
identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community
are living with a disability
have or having an experience of homelessness

Before completing this application form, please take your time to read the position description (attached below) as it will give you information about the roles, responsibilities and benefits of being a part of the Youth Advisory Committee.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to reach our Community Awareness Coordinator at headspacesheppcommunity@gvhealth.org.au or call 03 5823 8800.

Please note this is a registeration of interest. We will cal you in february 2027 for an interview to proceed with thsi application.

We look forward to reading your application! 💚

Position Description for Youth Advisory Committee Volunteers

Personal Details

Rows	Enter your response in full below.
Name
Pronouns
Gender
Date of Birth
Mobile Number
Email
Address

Which situation currently describes your circumstances?

YAC is an inclusive space for everyone. As a way to advocate, members may want to share their lived experience of mental health or other life challenges. Do any of the following descriptions match who you are? (Please choose as many as applicable)

Do you have accessibility requirements? If yes, please note down the details so that we know best how to accommodate your needs.

Please tell us a bit about yourself! We would love to know about your hobbies, interests and passions.

What interests you in becoming a member of the YAC? What are some of your skills, talents, interests or ideas that you can bring to the group? (e.g. organised, creative, good at team work etc.)

What are you hoping to get out of the YAC?

What type of activities would you like to be involved in?

To get the most out of the YAC experience, this role would include coming along to at least 80% of meetings. Meetings will be held monthly. What is your current availability? Please explain your commitments to work, study or other volunteering.

Is there anything else you would like to share with us?

How did you get to know about the YAC?

headspace Shepparton's Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Application 2027