Greater Manchester Youth Combined Authority (GMYCA) was created in February 2018. It was the first of its kind in the country. The YCA gives young people in Greater Manchester the opportunity to have their voices heard and influence GMCA policy and decision making. 
Its work comprises of:
- Advising the Mayor and GMCA on key issues and concerns of young people, and provide solutions.
- Providing a critical voice and scrutinise the work of the Mayor and GMCA
- Undertaking specific pieces of work (for example, developing ‘Our Pass’ the free bus travel card for young people, and contributing to Greater Manchester’s annual Green Summits)
The YCA is an inclusive body, with diverse members who are able to represent a significant number of other young people. It is currently made up of 52 young people: 20 representatives from youth councils and 32 from other youth groups across the city-region – each organisation has two representatives. Member organisations are appointed for a two-year term, and as the current term is drawing to a close, YCA are now seeking applications from youth organisations who are interested in being part of the Youth Combined Authority from April 2024 until March 2026.
Who can apply to be a member organisation?
- Organisations that work with young people aged between 11 and 19 (or up to 25 for those with additional needs)
- Who represent a diverse range of identities and backgrounds
- Who work within Greater Manchester
How long is the term and commitment expected from organisations?
The term is two years, from April 2022 to March 2024 Meetings are held monthly on the second Thursday of each month
Apply here by 19 January 2024.