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Cherbourg Council CEO Chatur Zala<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

April 8, 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Federal Government will invest $400,000 in Cherbourg in a bid to help young people improve their mental health and reduce the risk of self-harm.<\/p>\n

The new grant will support the development of a Youth Advisory Group to administer a range of programs.<\/p>\n

These include youth leadership workshops, an Annual Cherbourg Youth Festival, an online art store, the Cherbourg NAIDOC Ball, cultural exchanges, and a twice-annual Youth Forum.<\/p>\n

Member for Wide Bay Llew O\u2019Brien announced the grant on Thursday.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThe Youth Advisory Group will influence priority projects providing young people with a platform to advocate their concerns and ensuring that they are represented, valued and respected,\u201d Mr O\u2019Brien said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis will be done through a range of activities and by creating networks and partnerships in the community, giving youth a voice and inclusion on community decisions, as well as mentorship.”<\/p>\n

He said the Indigenous Youth Connection to Culture program had been co-designed with the Cherbourg community to improve mental health by reconnecting youth with their traditional culture.<\/p>\n

Cherbourg Council CEO Chatur Zala said the $400,000 funding would allow three years of programs for youth, including mentorship and sporting events.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThese activities are designed to improve the wellbeing of young Indigenous people in Cherbourg, which will build resilience and reduce anti-social behaviour,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

“I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Llew for his support to our community to get this very important funding.”<\/p>\n