Minister for Children and Youth, Jo Palmer, said Youth Week is an important annual celebration recognising the contributions and achievements of young people aged 12 to 25 in their communities.
"This year's theme, chosen by our young people, is Our Voice. Our Vision. Our Future," Minister Palmer said.
"The theme celebrates the power and potential of all young people. It recognises that young people's ideas and perspectives matter, encourages them to imagine and shape possibilities for themselves and their communities, and highlights their role in creating positive change for tomorrow."
From 16 to 23 April, libraries across Tasmania will host a range of fun, creative and engaging Youth Week activities that celebrate what it means to be young and involved in community life.
"Libraries Tasmania plays an important role year-round in supporting young people, and I would encourage all young Tasmanians to check out the activities on offer, challenge themselves and step out of their comfort zone," Minister Palmer said.
"Our Government is delivering for young Tasmanians by creating opportunities for them to be heard, to participate and to actively shape the services and spaces that matter to them."
Coordinated by Youth Network of Tasmania (YNOT), Youth Week Tasmania supports communities to deliver meaningful, youth-led initiatives.
This year, Libraries Tasmania and YNOT are inviting young people aged 15 to 25 to take part in free, two-hour workshops at selected libraries.
Designed by young Tasmanians, the workshops are a chance to share ideas and experiences, talk about issues that matter, connect with other young people and help shape positive change in the community.
Workshops will be held at Devonport, Kinimathatakinta/George Town, Sorell and Glenorchy libraries.
