Youth Parliament Taskforce Volunteer

Youth and Community Services

Our Youth and Community Services team empowers young people by creating safe, supportive spaces where they can be heard, grow, and thrive. From Program Coordinators to dedicated Volunteers, we work together to deliver programs that improve physical, mental, and social wellbeing.

Join the Youth Parliament Taskforce – Make a Difference Across NSW!

Empower young voices. Shape the future. Grow your skills.

Are you passionate about leadership, civic engagement, and creating positive change? The Youth Parliament Program is the Y NSW’s flagship youth leadership program that brings together young people from diverse communities across NSW to debate real issues and propose solutions at NSW Parliament House.

We’re looking for Taskforce Volunteers to mentor and guide participants in developing leadership, public speaking, and problem-solving skills. This is your chance to apply your knowledge in Political Science, Media, Communications, or Social Work while making a real impact.

Why Volunteer?

• Empower Young People: Help young people voice their ideas and lived experiences.
• Develop Skills: Gain experience in leadership, mentoring, and civic education.
• Connect & Grow: Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and respect.

Learn more about the role of a Taskforce Volunteer (Taskie) in our Information Pack (attached below).

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled, or until January 15, whichever comes first.

Our Commitment

At Y NSW, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and viewpoints to ensure representation across NSW. Together, we create a safe, respectful environment where every voice matters.

Our Values: Safe | Connect | Thrive

Safeguarding: All volunteers must hold a valid Working with Children Check and complete safeguarding training.

Ready to Lead Change?

Apply now and be part of a program that empowers youth and strengthens communities.

📧 Contact: youthparliament@ymcansw.org.au

🌐 Learn more: Youth Parliament | The Y

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact, and empowering young people. We operate 18 recreation centres & 40 out-of-school-hours care services employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs. 

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Commitment to Safeguarding

At the Y, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring all children and young people feel safe and are safe—in our programs, in their families, and in their communities.

Our recruitment and screening processes are designed to ensure the right people are in the right roles to protect and empower young people.

https://www.ymcansw.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/