Harrogate Youth Council is actively seeking new recruits from across the constituency.

The council consists of young people aged 11 to 18 aiming to positively shape the dynamic of society.

Those with additional needs can also join the group up to the age of 25.

The members aim to echo the views of young people in Harrogate, as well as campaigning for change and have even attended national events.

Members can work on a range of societal campaigns, from mental health awareness and harassment, to climate and transport.

Pictured: The Youth Council discussing a campaign.

The members campaigned for mental health resources with The Go-To, as well as structure resources for safeguarding and child protection with Be-Aware.

Sixteen-year-old Lulu Halloum, chair of Harrogate Youth Council, said:

“We can’t keep making decisions about young people without young people.

“By failing to support youth in making positive change, our communities suffer. Now, more than ever, we must see young people as not just the leaders of tomorrow, but today.

“We have the energy, talent, and ideas to make a positive difference now”.

The council welcomes anyone that may be interested to attend its next meeting on Thursday April 13, from 3pm – 6.30pm.

Prospective members can stay for as little, or as long, as they like. The meeting will be held at the Civic Centre, on St Luke’s Avenue in Harrogate.

During term time, the council meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month, from 5 – 6.30pm.

Contact chloe.thwaites@northyorks.gov.uk for further information.