Youth Parliament 2021 - Live Blog
Welcome to the 2021 Y NSW Youth Parliament Live Blog. Lyndal Stuart writing this week, direct from our virtual Youth Parliament where we will convene for the 19th year. We’ll post as sessions conclude, so please feel free to read from the bottom up and enjoy this inspiring week with the Y NSW.
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Y NSW Youth Parliamentarians weigh in on vaccination debate
The Y NSW Youth Parliament has voted in favour of mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for all Australians and visitors to Australia, in a mock debate chaired by Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Veterans, the Hon. James Griffin MP.
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Happy 177th Birthday to us!
Celebrating the Y's 177th Birthday with our longest standing employee, Natalie Johnston
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Tune in with the Y for National Mental Health Month
During the month of October, the Y NSW is encouraging all young people to “Tune In” with the Y.
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Separate Spaces- Adapting to the “New Normal” of Online Learning
Incorrect or cluttered spaces are more likely to lead to long term physical or mental health issues as a result of increased cortisol levels over a long period of time. Here are some helpful tips to create a productive study space.
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Separate Spaces- Adapting to the “New Normal” of Online Learning
Incorrect or cluttered spaces are more likely to lead to long term physical or mental health issues as a result of increased cortisol levels over a long period of time. Here are some helpful tips to create a productive study space.
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Children, young people design new child safety model to launch in National Child Protection Week
The Y NSW is celebrating 30 years of National Child Protection Week by rolling out one of the first child safety models co-designed by children and young people across a country. The Y NSW, which operates 27 Recreation and Leisure Facilities in NSW and the ACT, is demonstrating its continued commitment as a leader in ensuring children and young people are safe through its “Stay Safe, Tell Someone” program.
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Through Our Eyes Art Exhibition
Young people express their diversity through pieces of art
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Canteen Letter
A letter to the School Canteen Manager calling for action and consideration to using more environmentally friendly packaging options to support a cleaner environment
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Environmental Advocacy Paper
A call to action for the Government to consider alternative and sustainable energy options.
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School Survival Toolkit
resources for young people and educators to support the mental health and wellbeing of their students and peers.
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Level up Your Employability Through Volunteering
A guide on how you can set yourself apart from the pack through volunteer work.
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Building a Fitness Routine
Exercise helps keep your body, mind, and spirit in great shape, letting you live life with vitality, enthusiasm, and comfort. But, while any exercise is always better than none, the real benefits come from building a routine to getting regular physical activity.
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How to Motivate Yourself
Motivation doesn't always come when you need it. Here are some simple ways to keep yourself motivated.
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How to write a Resume
These 9 steps will help you write a resume from scratch, putting your best foot forward for your next role!
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#YWeAreHere
We’d like to let you know that we’re here. And we’re not going anywhere. Because we believe in the power of inspired young people.
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Keeping Safe Online
It's important to feel safe online! The impacts of COVID-19 have meant that the way we learn, connect with our friends & family and entertain ourselves has increasingly shifted online. While, that can be exciting, did you know you are also at increased risk of harm both directly and indirectly?
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