How to join the Early Years Advisory Committee
To join the Early Years Advisory Committee:
- email [email protected] to register your interest
- we'll let you know when applications open
- you can then apply to become a member.
Committee objectives
The Committee's objectives are to:
- Consult with community members (inclusive of children) to share current strengths and issues in the Knox community from the perspectives of young children and families.
- Provide a broad lens to all matters impacting children and families and the broader community from a range of community and professional backgrounds to Council for consideration when implementing change in the community.
- To work with Council officers to ensure that all of Councils policies, programs and protocols reflect the needs and rights of children and families as Knox residents.
- To promote awareness of children’s voice within Council and wider Knox community.
- As a collective, focus on the child friendly cities principles when advocating for increased awareness and understanding of issues and opportunities, impacting children and families and the broader community in Knox.
Committee member requirements
A diverse group of local volunteers aged 18 and over with different perspectives make up the Committee.
Members have an interest in and knowledge of issues affecting early childhood and families.
Councillor members
Council appoints at least 2 Councillors to support the Committee.
Current Committee Councillors
The current Councillor is:
- Cr Considine
- Cr Kennett
Council officers
The Council CEO chooses officers to advise and support the Committee.
Meetings
The Committee meets every second month in collaborative and friendly face-to-face meetings.
It operates alongside a Terms of Reference.
Need help?
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