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North Lincolnshire Youth Council and Young Voice
Who are we?
The North Lincolnshire Youth Council is a team of young people who meet to discuss and exchange their views and opinions about issues affecting young people across North Lincolnshire.
We are a team of young people aged 11 to 19, (25 with SEND) and aim to give every young person across North Lincolnshire a voice. NLYC is run and managed by young people with support from our team of staff and volunteers. As a Youth Council we try to resolve problems that affect you in all aspects of your life as a young person from green spaces to crime issues in your area.
Know your team
Danny
Hi, I am Danny, a Democratic Services Officer for North Lincolnshire Council.
My role is to champion the young people and help them tackle the issues which affect them. I am also Danny who tries not to be too serious and loves being outdoors.
Chloe
Hi, I am Chloe, I am an Assistant Democratic Services Officer for North Lincolnshire Council.
My role is to support our Youth Council in anything and everything they do.
Jordan
Hey, I am Jordan (aka Ginge) and I am a Volunteer Young Voice Ambassador with the North Lincolnshire Youth Council. My role is to support youth councillors and staff in all the quirky ways that I can. I support in everything from the monthly meetings to regional events, and residentials.
Rosie
Hi, my name is Rosie and I have been with NLYC since I was 11. I found NLYC a really inclusive place to be, and I’ve achieved things with their support that I never thought I would. They put me through my qualifications so I’m now a volunteer youth worker both here and with the Youth Work Unit.
Why we do this
“I always wanted to change the world, and whilst I may not be doing exactly that, I am making a noticeable difference in my local community.
Youth Council has allowed me to share my opinions, ideas and fears with influential people who are just as eager as me to make a difference.
I have made new friends, taken part in unforgettable trips and residentials, where hard work was rewarded with fun and adventures, and met inspiring people along the way. All this whilst making a positive impact on the youth of North Lincolnshire”.
Maya – Youth Councillor
More than just a Youth Council
As a Youth Councillor you will attend monthly meetings with the whole group, but you may also have project meetings to attend in-between. Project meetings are for looking into specific issues that are raised by the Youth Council in more detail.
We often invite decision makers in to have discussions on a wide range of issues such as wellbeing matters, safe spaces to visit, or things to do in the area that you live.
However, Youth Council is not only about meetings and projects, but we also like to reward our young people with free days out, experiences, opportunities, and residentials.
In this picture is a group of young people took on the Humberside Police Night Challenge; a twelve-mile orienteering overnight hike.
Our elected roles
Molly
Member of Youth Parliament
John
Young Mayor
Harvinder
Deputy Member of Youth Parliament
Join us
If you would like to join the Youth Council, drop us an email young.voice@northlincs.gov.uk and simply just attend one of the meetings below. Everyone welcome.
Meeting dates and newsletters
Youth Council meetings
All meetings held at Church Square House
*Thursday 10 July, AGM 4.30pm
*August, recess
*Thursday 25 September, 6pm
*Thursday 30 October, 6pm
*Thursday 27 November, 6pm
Elections
Every two years, we hold Youth Elections in North Lincolnshire – and it’s your chance to get involved!
If you’re passionate about making a difference, you can run for one of two awesome roles: Young Mayor or Member of Youth Parliament (MYP). And if you’re not running, you still get to vote and help choose who represents young people in our area.
Before election day, we visit secondary schools across North Lincolnshire to talk about the roles and how to get involved. We can chat with small groups, school councils, or even present in assemblies. If you decide to run, you’ll create a manifesto (your ideas and goals), and we’ll help you make promo photos and videos to share with everyone.
Voting happens over four weeks. We’ll bring real polling stations to your school – just like in adult elections – so you can cast your vote during the day. After that, the votes are sealed, stored safely, and counted by our Elections Team.
The next Youth Elections are happening in March 2026 – so get ready to have your say or step up and lead!
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