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Ever wondered what a young person might think of your organisation's idea or initiative? Well, we have good news for you! Youth Voice Canterbury's network of young participation groups are really into having their say and learning new skills through training's and workshops.

Outward Bound Scholarship - Mind Body Soul April 2019

Youth Voice Canterbury are excited to announce that applications for our second round of scholarships for Outward Bound are now open! Outward Bound have offered two scholarships for the April 2019 Mind Body Soul course to Youth Voice Canterbury.

Key Details:
When: 8th of April - 28th April 2019
Duration: 21 Days
For Ages: 16-18
Cost: The course costs $4349pp. Our scholarships are valued at $3600 each leaving a remaining fee of $749 per person as well as the additional cost of travel to Picton and the cost of a doctors appointment to get the Outward Bound medical form completed.

All students applying will need to be confirmed medically before they can attend. Click below to view the Screening guidelines which outline what could prevent someone from attending.
Applications open: NOW
Applications close: Monday 11th March
You will be notified by: Friday 15th March

All the activities on our courses are designed to build transferable skills and attitudes.
The Mind Body Soul course focuses on helping teens build the independence and leadership qualities to make the most of their final school years and take on the new challenges lying ahead with confidence and self belief.
Key outcomes of Mind, Body, Soul include:
  • Greater self belief and acknowledgement of own capabilities
  • Better social skills and friendships
  • More confidence in group situations and better communication skills
  • Positive mindset to take on new challenges
  • Increased resilience and determination
  • A calmer attitude and approach when under pressure
  • Appreciation of diversity and the value of others around you
  • A better ability to deal with change 
For more information or if you have any questions please email Alyce Lysaght on youthvoicecanterbury.org.nz

What to include in your application

We are interested in knowing a little bit about you, any community work you might be involved in, why you want to do this course and what you hope to get out of it. 

Please include two character references and email them to Alyce on youthvoicecanterbury.org.nz. These references should include:
  • The relationship to the applicant
  • Why they think the applicant is suitable to attend the Mind Body Soul course.​

​Click below to apply or just fill out the form below:

Check out the photos from our previous scholarship recipients:

Workshops & training's

We develop the youth voice by providing and supporting professional development and trainings for the network. Check out what's on offer!

Have your say!

Find out about opportunities to have your say and get involved, such as consultations, workshops, and submissions. 

Previous Workshops
Youth Friendly Spaces Audit Training
  • Full day training
  • Trained to be a team leader to lead audit on youth spaces in the future
Social Media and Digital Marketing
  • Workshop for youth participation groups
  • How to market to young people and take your social media to the next level to engage young people, promote events, etc. 
Youth Powwow
  • Young people were brought together to connect with decision-makers
  • Key discussion around youth voice in the Annual Plan
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