Co-operative Party Youth is the section of the Party for all members aged 30 or under.

A number of regions and nations will be electing a representative to sit on the National Youth Committee until the full elections take place at the end of 2022.

The National Youth Committee co-ordinates the work of our youth members and organise campaigns, training sessions and social events in their region or nation.

They also have an annual budget to fund these activities, and work alongside local parties and partners across the co-operative, trade union and labour movements as well as supporting the Party nationally in helping get more young people involved in the Party as officers, delegates and candidates.

You’d be great for this role if you

• have a keen interest in co-operative politics and the work of the labour and cooperative movements;
• like to organise events like training workshops, campaign sessions and socials;
• enjoy networking with other members and partner organisations;
• interested in organising campaigns and events in your area;
• want to help more young people see the value of engaging with politics.

Don’t worry if you don’t think you have all the skills needed – we will provide you with the training and support to help you along the way.

If you would like to stand for election, please complete the short nomination form by 5pm on Friday 31 December.

Ballot papers will be despatched in early January by email to eligible members in each region/nation where there is a contested election.

If you are unsure about seeking election, becoming a committee member or feel that you would need additional support if elected, please get in touch with Assistant General Secretary Emma Foody at e.foody@party.coop

To be eligible to vote or stand members will need to be up to date with their membership subscriptions. All details on this and any other requirements can be found in our rulebook here.