What is MK Youth Council (MKYC)?

• A group of 11-18 year olds, giving a voice to all young people in MK
• The group talks to decision makers
• It aims to improve MK as a place to live for young people
• Contributes to improving services for young people in MK

What would you need to do?

• Come to monthly MKYC meetings
• Come to Action Group meetings  

What else could you do?

• Talk to decision makers
• Talk to young people across MK about their views
• Go to conferences and meetings, day trips and residentials

Why join MK Youth Council (MKYC)?

• You can make a difference,
• Learn new skills,
• Be part of the decision-making process,
• Make new friends,
• Have fun!
• Looks good on your CV and University applications

How can you get involved?

The next opportunity for young people to be elected to become members of MKYC is on the 5 February 2025. These elections will happen through schools, young people will be expect to submit a nomination form by 16 January 2025 (4pm) to be considered for the ballot.  

You will need to obtain a nominations pack:

• Your school will be able to issue you with a nominations pack or you can download the nominations pack here.

• Complete the manifesto inside the nomination pack. You can receive support in completing this form from your school or by attending manifesto writing workshops at Civic, 1 Saxon Gate East, MK9 3EJ at 5pm to 6pm on 9 December 2024 (Room 1.20) and 8 January 2025 (Room 1.17).

  You can also contact Lisa Thompson for support at lisa.thompson2@milton-Keynes.gov.uk
  
  Note: Manifestos must be typed or they will not be accepted. 

• You will need to ask your teacher to sign your form along with 10 peer signatures (students from your school) and your parent's/guardian's signature to be able to stand for a place on MKYC.
   
• Completed nomination forms must be handed to the lead teacher (listed in the nomination pack) before the deadline.