Extract:

Purpose:

This paper details the work of the Youth Advisory Panel during the 2022-2025 Term.

Background & Context:

In 2023, we embarked on an exciting new chapter with the formation of the Auckland Council Youth Advisory Panel (YAP). We came together as a diverse group of young people, aged 14 to 24, each bringing their unique and insightful perspectives on what it means to grow up in our region. Together, we collaboratively set out our vision for young people and identified the key priorities that matter most. The panel's varied experiences and viewpoints were invaluable in shaping these foundational goals, ensuring our strategies and plans are truly reflective of the community we aim to serve. This fresh start with a committed and passionate panel has laid a strong foundation for improving outcomes for young people in our region. ...

Youth  Advisory Panel, September 2025