Youth Week WA Ambassadors

Representing young people in the community, Youth Week WA Ambassadors support the promotion and delivery of Youth Week WA – the largest celebration of young people on the Western Australian calendar.
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Applications for Youth Week WA 2027 Ambassadors have closed

Each year, young people are invited to nominate to be the ‘voices of young people’ during Youth Week WA.

To be eligible, applicants must be:

  • Western Australian (currently residing in the State long-term)
  • aged 18-25 years (but not turning 26 until after 23 April 2027, the end of Youth Week WA 2027)
  • available for a term commencing from appointment (anticipated to be November 2026) to June 2027
  • contactable by phone, email and able to attend semi-regular meetings
  • available throughout March and April 2027 for media interviews and promotional activities

Nominations for the 2027 Youth Week Ambassadors closed on 3 August 2026.

Register to Young People Connect WA to receive updates and information regarding the Youth Week Ambassador Program and other opportunities as they arise.

For further information, please contact the Youth Team, Department of Communities at youngpeople@communities.wa.gov.au. 
 

What does being a Youth Week WA Ambassador involve?

The Ambassador is a volunteer role which supports the planning and delivery of Youth Week WA by:

  • promoting, supporting and helping to develop creative ways to involve more young people in Youth Week WA
  • having input into events and strategies for Youth Week WA
  • assessing Youth Week WA grant applications
  • attending events during Youth Week WA
  • taking part in social media and other campaigns
  • being a public spokesperson for Youth Week WA in the media and at events.

Check out this video featuring the Ambassadors for Youth Week WA 2026, to get a taste of what the Ambassador role is all about.

Youth Week WA Ambassadors: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

If you have questions about the Ambassador position and application process, you might find the answers here. If you have a question that is not answered, you can send it to youngpeople@communities.wa.gov.au and a member of the Youth Team will respond to you as soon as possible.

When will applications for Ambassadors for Youth Week WA 2027 be open?

Nominations for the Youth Week WA 2027 Ambassador Program closed on Monday 3 August 2026.

Are Ambassadors paid?

No, the Ambassador role is a volunteer position.

What is the time commitment?

Before Youth Week WA 2027 (from appointment to February 2027), you will be required for an average of 1 to 2 hours per fortnight.

In March and April 2027, especially during the week of Youth Week WA, the time commitment will increase to most days per week (around 10-15 hours across the week). This includes attending events, promoting Youth Week WA, taking part in campaigns and speaking to the media.

Are Ambassadors required to be available during the evenings or on the weekend?

Yes. You will need to attend events and activities in the evenings and/or on the weekend, particularly during Youth Week WA.

Do you need to have or use social media to be an Ambassador?

You don’t need to be on every social media platform. However, sharing Youth Week WA content on the platforms you do use is an important part of the role and is expected during your time as an Ambassador.

Are Ambassadors required to travel? And if so, do they cover the cost?

Yes, some travel may be required.

Travel costs for trips (including regional travel to or from Perth for regional Ambassadors) will be covered by the Department of Communities.

Can Ambassadors be supported by a support worker?

Yes. The support worker will be required to provide a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check if engaging with children in the community as part of their support.

Are Ambassadors required to have a driver’s licence?

No, a driver’s licence is not required for the Ambassador position.

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