Commonwealth Youth Parliament 2024

The 12th Commonwealth Youth Parliament 2024

We are looking to nominate two young people to represent Jersey at #CYP12, which will take place on Monday 2 September to Thursday 5 September, in Wellington New Zealand.  

The Commonwealth Youth Parliament provides an opportunity for young people across the Commonwealth to come together to learn about how politics and parliamentary processes work.  The CYP gives attendees a hugely valuable networking opportunity with other participants from across the Commonwealth, as well as working with current young Members of Parliament who act as mentors throughout the week.

With 60% of the Commonwealth's population aged under 30, the CYP is one of the key programmes organised by the CPA and responds to the needs of its young constituents.  The CPA recognises that young people have a proven capability to lead change, and are a vital and valuable investment for now and the future.

Applications

If you're interested in applying, you will need to submit your CV and a cover letter to the Deputy Greffier, William Millow: w.millow@gov.je before Monday 24 June.  

Applicants will need to be: 

• Aged 18-29 years old at the time of the event
• A citizen of a Commonwealth country and have a passport valid until the end of March 2025
  
• Available to travel to Wellington, New Zealand to attend the event (travel expected between 31st August - 6th September) 
  
• Willing to participate fully in discussions and debates taking place during the week 
• Able to represent Jersey enthusiastically and professionally 
  

In your cover letter, it is essential that you demonstrate:

• An interest in parliamentary affairs and the Commonwealth
  
• Potential leadership qualities such as an ability to effect change
  
• A commitment to your local community
  
• Excellent communication skills to be confident in participating in every element of the programme

As part of the application process, you may be invited for an informal interview with the Greffier, Lisa Hart and Deputy Greffier, William Millow (either in-person or online). This will give you the opportunity to expand on your application and ask questions about CYP 2024. 

Costs

The States Greffe will be responsible for the following: 

• Costs and booking arrangements for return flights to Wellington, New Zealand 
• Airport transfers in the country of origin 
• Visa fees 
• Meals except those annotated as part of the official programme 
  

The Host Branch, Wellington New Zealand will be responsible for the following: 

• Internal transport in Wellington (including airport transport) 
• Participant accommodation on official dates - 31st August - 6th September 
• Meals as part of the official programme. 
• Materials for the participants.

About CPA 

• The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) exists to connect, develop, promote and support Parliamentarians and their staff to identify benchmarks of good governance and the implementation of the enduring values of the Commonwealth. 
• The CPA is an international community of Commonwealth Parliaments and Legislatures working together to deepen the Commonwealth's commitment to the highest standards of democratic governance and parliamentary practice. Parliaments, their Members and officials learn from each other through a wide range of CPA activities. 
  
• The CPA represents more than 180 Parliaments and Legislatures in 53 Commonwealth countries. Its network extends to over 18,000 Parliamentarians and Parliamentary staff and is the only Commonwealth organisation to represent national, state, provincial and territorial Parliaments and Legislatures.