Thank you for your interest in working with the Tasmanian Youth Voice Network (TYVN).

TYVN supports meaningful youth participation in policy development, strategic planning, and decision-making across government, community and private sectors.

Members, aged 12 to 25, represent a diverse cross section of young people from all regions and backgrounds across Tasmania. They are supported to share their lived experience, insights and knowledge with key stakeholders to influence decisions, shape policy and programs, and drive positive change.

Engagement opportunities can be promoted to the entire network or targeted to specific members based on their interests or geographic location. The TYVN was co-designed by the Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT), Brand Tasmania, and young Tasmanians, and is facilitated by YNOT.

Access the Expression of Interest Form to work with TYVN here [Form Link].

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What can the TYVN do for your organisation?

Today’s young people are navigating a rapidly changing world. As experts in their own lives, they bring valuable insights to the challenges and opportunities they face. When young people are meaningfully involved in shaping decisions that affect them, outcomes improve not only for them, but for their peers and the broader community.

Partnering with TYVN provides:

• Innovative thinking and fresh perspectives 
• Valuable insights and a deeper understanding of young people’s needs
• Stronger and more responsive policies and services.

“Involvement with the TYVN has helped me to gain a better understanding of how to approach, plan and execute youth engagement and participation activities – particularly ensuring young participants are adequately briefed and prepared, involved in a meaningful way (i.e. not tokenistic) and the importance of both closing the loop and providing opportunities for ongoing engagement.” ~ TYVN Government Stakeholder 

Partner with TYVN to enhance youth engagement  

YNOT offers tailored, co-designed youth engagement services through TYVN, available online, in person or hybrid. 

Our approach ensures safe, inclusive, and meaningful participation of young Tasmanians in decision-making processes.

Participation activities include, but are not limited to;

• Forums, roundtables, workshops and focus groups
• Advisory and steering groups
• Co-designing services and programs
• Co-facilitation of meetings
• Presentations and panel discussions
• Planning and leading projects 

How do I access the TYVN?

Organisations can engage TYVN through completing a brief online Expression of Interest (EOI) form.  

As part of the EOI process you will be asked to:

• Clearly outline the purpose, topic(s) and intended outcomes of the engagement 
• Provide anticipated timelines, key dates and preferred engagement formats
• Confirm your budget allocation, including participant remuneration
• Describe how young people’s contributions will be acknowledged and used 
• Explain how you plan to ‘close the loop’ by reporting findings and outcomes with participants.

Consultancy and participation fees 

To ensure the delivery of sustainable, high-quality, and tailored activities, we operate on a fee-for-service basis. This model enables us to respond to your specific needs, re-invest in our work, and remain responsive to the young people and communities we serve. 

• YNOT consultancy rate: $180 per hour (GST exclusive); YNOT member discounts available
• Project based fixed fees, available upon request
• TYVN member remuneration: $35 per hour per participant
• Additional costs: travel, accommodation, catering and venue hire are not included in the consultancy rate and will be negotiated separately, where applicable

Our services can be tailored to your needs and typically include: 

• Design of bespoke, child and youth safe participation activities informed by best practice
• Recruitment of TYVN members via a targeted expression of interest process
• Coordination of member engagement and communications
• Pre and post activity briefings, pre-reading materials and participant support
• Facilitation of the participation activity
• Coordination of member remuneration
• Summary report including participant demographics, key findings, and recommendations.

Subject matter co-facilitators or sub-contractors may be engaged as required.

YNOT understands that every project is unique. Contact us today to discuss your goals and receive a tailored quote. If cost is a barrier, we’re happy to explore flexible options or available support to ensure accessibility.

" I really loved this group and being a part of helping organisations change and adapt what they are doing for young people. It has been an easy process and I have truly enjoyed the process, the experience and being involved in some amazing consultations and projects." ~ TYVN Participant (North-East)

Ready to collaborate with TYVN? Submit your EOI online! [Form Link]

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Want to know more?

Contact Rachael at rachael@ynot.org.au or 0409 289 184.