NSW Local Council Elections 2021
Did you know in NSW only 4% of NSW councillors are under 30, compared to 16% of the State's population? Despite what the statistics show, we believe that you are not too young to run! And we want to help young people get there.
We are supporting young candidates with training, mentorship and skills development to run a powerful campaign that gets them elected!
Our Program
Not Too Young To: Get Elected!
Our six week 'Get Elected' program supports you with the knowledge, courage and resources to run this Local Council Election in NSW. Over the six weeks you'll hear from guest speakers that are leading campaigns for politicians across the country, past candidates that have run in Victoria and WA, and other young people that are standing alongside you. It will be practical, collaborative and fun.
Weekly zoom sessions
Every Wednesday
5:00PM - 6:30PM
From October 20 - November 27
The Finer Details
Session 1: So you want to run for Council? (October 20)
Our speakers will help you identify your purpose and answer questions like why are you running, what is your policy platform, who is your community? We'll also cover things that you should start thinking about early like how to get to know your community and building a support network once you decide to run.
Session 2: Planning your campaign (October 27)
Our speakers will start getting into the details of campaign planning - what needs to happen by when and who is going to do. We'll also cover things like preferential voting and other tips and tricks to get on top of early!
Session 3: Impactful messaging to win (November 3)
Our speakers help you understand political messaging and teach you how to craft messages that will cut through across all platforms - with a particular focus on digital campaigning and execution.
Session 4: Executing a message (November 10)
Our speakers will guide you through the process of making your message reach the right people and help you answer questions like flyers or sponsored ads? How much should you spend? Can you door knock in today's climate?
Session 5: Last stretch tips and tactics (November 17)
Our speakers will help you with this last push to the finish line! They'll help you with questions like how should I spend my time in my last week? What is the best use of my time? What did alumni do in the last stretch?
Session 6: Wrap up party (November 27)
Save the date because we'll be planning something special for you! The end of a campaign is a chance to come back and reflect, solidify our new friendships, and hopefully over some bevvies in person!
Candidate Stories
Jack Whitney: The importance of representation
“Representation matters. Put your hand up. Run for something. Throw your hat in the ring. As a generation that grew up with the internet and social media, we have at all times been part of something bigger than ourselves, but we at times lacked the deep and genuine connection of knowing our neighbour and community.”
