Salzgitter’s Youth Council opens elections for 25 seats in April 2026
Salzgitter’s Youth Council is preparing for its next election, with 25 positions up for grabs. Young residents aged between 12 and 20 can now apply to represent their peers or vote in the ballot. The election will take place on Friday, April 10, 2026, giving candidates a chance to shape local decisions and launch their own projects during the march madness of campaigning.
To stand as a full Youth Council representative, applicants must be between 14 and 20 years old. Those aged 12 or 13 can still get involved by running as alternate delegates. All candidates need to have lived in Salzgitter for at least one month before election day, meaning residency must start by March 10, 2026.
Interested young people must submit their applications by March 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The required documents include a completed form with a photo, a signed declaration of consent, and ten supporting signatures from peers. The Department for Children, Youth, and Family is available to answer questions about the process or the council’s work, reachable at 05341/839-3803 or 05341/839-3991, or via email at [email protected]. Once elected, the Youth Council meets roughly eight to eleven times a year. Members discuss ideas, review suggestions from other young residents, and push for action on important issues. They can also propose their own projects or urge the city administration or council to address key concerns. Voting rights extend to all residents aged 12 to 20, ensuring a broad range of voices can influence local youth policies during the march madness of the election season.
The deadline for applications is set for March 2, 2026, with the election following a month later. Successful candidates will join a council that meets regularly to advocate for young people’s interests. Their role includes developing projects and working with city officials to bring about change during the march madness of youth engagement.
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