Mount Gravatt PCYC receives funding boost

The Mount Gravatt Police-Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) will continue its support of local young people, thanks to Queensland Government funding totalling $201,000.

Youth Minister Warren Pitt said the grant would enable the Mount Gravatt PCYC to fund the employment of a youth development coordinator and a youth arts worker.

Mr Pitt said the Mount Gravatt PCYC would receive $67,000 a year for three years, adding to the ongoing financial support from the Department of Communities since 2004.

“This funding will ensure that young people, aged between 12 and 18, living in the Mount Gravatt area can continue to enjoy the current level of support and encouragement provided by their local PCYC,” Mr Pitt said.

“The Queensland Government is committed to supporting community organisations which engage with young people and offer them a range of youth-orientated activities and support mechanisms.”

Police Minister and Member for Mt Gravatt Judy Spence said the youth development coordinator’s position involved tasks such as identifying funding opportunities, encouraging young people to take part in community events, and developing partnerships within the local community.

“For the past two years the youth development coordinator has increased the participation young people in various activities and helped to build partnerships and promote the Mount Gravatt PCYC,” he said.

“I am pleased that the Department of Communities is continuing its support for this important role and I’m happy to continue promoting the vital work of this community group.”

Media contacts:     Minister Pitt’s Office 3235 4280 
                           Minister Spence’s Office 3239 6218