These projects received grants in 2007 Round 1:
"RIFF MUSIC PROGRAM" - Byron Bay
A group of young 12 - 18 year old musicians from Byron Bay will use the grant to pay for workshops in performance, managing anxiety, microphone technique & sound engineering, and music equipment (microphones, stands, and cables).
YPP Grant Awarded: $1,650
"SKATERS FESTIVAL, Nambucca Valley Skaters Competition" - Nambucca Heads
A one day skate competition held during Youth Week. Events on the day will include DJs and hip hop performance, skate comp, skating demos and skating workshops. The event organisers are hoping to show the general community that young people can be organised and responsible.
YPP Grant Awarded: $2,000
More information about Skaters Unite
"MISSABOTTI MOVIES" - Missabotti
A group of young people in a remote community will use their grants to purchase a digital camera and projector for their local community hall so that young people can produce and watch movies.
YPP Grant Awarded: $2,000
"4 DAY SURVIVOR CAMP" - Claymore
An outdoor activity camp aiming to build self esteem, positive relationships of 10 young women living in the Claymore housing estate. Group sessions with a counsellor will take place during the camp.
YPP Grant Awarded: $2,000
"YOUNG SHORTIES" - Narellan
A short-works performance festival for local and emerging writers and actors from the Campbelltown area. Local young writers will get chance to see their stories performed live on stage.
YPP Grant Awarded: $1,240
More information about Young Shorties
"NUTRITION KITCHEN" - Camden
An educational 6 hour program for disadvantaged 12-16 year olds to learn about healthy eating and to develop skills in preparing nutritious meals.
YPP Grant Awarded: $821
"MOREE SUPERSTAR" - Moree
This is the showcase Youth Week event for Moree. This project is a singing competition organised by Moree Plains Youth Council and will consist of auditions prior to a Grand Final gala night held in Youth Week.
YPP Grant Awarded: $1,500
More information about Moree Superstar
More information
Lam HUYNH
Youth Participation Program Officer
Youth Action & Policy Association NSW Inc (YAPA)
146 Devonshire Street
SURRY HILLS NSW 2010
Phone: ext. 6, (02) 9319 1100 or toll-free (landlines only) 1800 627 323
Fax: (02) 9319 1144
ypp@yapa.org.au
