Every year the Blaenau Gwent Youth forum appoint a new Deputy Mayor as the previous one takes up the role of Mayor. These roles are crucial to give a voice to children and young people across Blaenau Gwent helping make lasting impactful change to lives now and in the future.
Meet our Current Youth Mayor and Deputy Youth Mayor
Chloe Simmonds -Youth Mayor for Blaenau Gwent
“I have been part of the Youth Forum for many years, and it’s given me lots of opportunities. I am passionate about raising awareness around pre-loved buys and raising awareness around invisible disabilities. Why not join the forum and be part of something that supports Children & Young People in Blaenau Gwent”
Ellie Colwell-Deputy Youth Mayor for Blaenau Gwent
“Joining the Youth Forum is such a fulfilling experience. I get to be involved in my community and make a difference to everyone’s lives through the voices of young people. I have learned so much about neurodiversity and global warming. I am also able to use my own experience to champion change, especially with priority of bereavement awareness, mental health and estranged children. I can use my misfortune to make a difference for others just like me!”
Are you aged 11-25?
Would you like to get involved in the Youth Forum? Then why not think about becoming the next Deputy Youth Mayor for Blaenau Gwent?
What does the role involve?
- You will attend monthly meetings which are either online or in person decided by the forum.
- You will represent the forum and other young people living in Blaenau Gwent
- You will have opportunities to be involved in meetings, events and campaigns on things that matter to you and other young people
- You will be Deputy Youth Mayor for 12 months, following this you will become the Youth Mayor for Blaenau Gwent for an additional 12 months.
How will the role of Deputy Youth Mayor benefit you?
- You will develop new skills
- You will meet new people
- You will have access to opportunities
- It will help you with future applications for employment, training or educational opportunities
To be eligible you simply need to live in Blaenau Gwent, be aged at least 11 and not turn 26 before 31st March 2027.
If you are interested in being the next Deputy Youth Mayor for Blaenau Gwent, then please send a short paragraph no longer than 150 words on why you would like to be the Deputy Youth Mayor and the key things you would like to improve/achieve during your term.
Please send your paragraph and photograph to Lissa.Friel@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk by Monday the 17th of March. If you are under 18 please get permission from your parent/guardian as we will be using this for media purposes and voting.