22/10/2025
๐ Why YOU Should Join Barnsley Youth Council๐
Okay, real talk - joining Barnsley Youth Council isnโt just about โmaking a differenceโ (though youโll do loads of that too). Itโs also about what you get out of it ๐
โจ Looks amazing on your CV or college application โ shows confidence, leadership and teamwork.
โจ Trips + residentials โ meet other young people from across Barnsley and beyond (and have a laugh while youโre at it).
โจ London visits & special events โ you could even represent Barnsley nationally!
โจ Meet inspiring local leaders โ from MPs to decision makers, youโll actually have a voice that gets listened to.
โจ Make friends who care about stuff โ not just moan about it ๐
โจ Learn real skills โ public speaking, planning campaigns, teamwork, confidence, debating and more.
So yeahโฆ itโs fun, itโs powerful, and it could open doors you didnโt even know existed ๐ช๐ฅ
๐ Apply now and be part of something that actually matters (and looks great on your UCAS form too ๐).
Email youthcouncil@barnsley.gov.uk for a nomination form
Barnsley College Pen*stone Grammar School Outwood Academy Shafton Outwood Academy Carlton Barnsley Academy Holy Trinity, Barnsley Delta Academy Trinity Academy St Edwardโs BYouth Barnsley Young Peopleโs Service
