What is the OYC?
We are a group of democratically elected young people who represent the young people of Oldham. We have up to 70 members who are aged 11 – 21 and live, go to school or work in Oldham.
What do we do?
We help Oldham’s young people have their say. We work with loads of different services and organisations to make sure that young people are able to shape and influence decisions that affect our lives.
What is our goal?
–Promote opportunities for young people from across Oldham
–Raise the profile of young people
–Represent Oldham young people locally, regionally and nationally
–Campaigns on issues that effect the lives of young people.
Ask the Chair! Do you have a question or have an issue you think the Youth Council should work on?
MENTAL HEALTH
With current restrictions Mental Health of young people is a concern for everyone.
With young people telling us, year on year, that mental health is one of the top issues young people face we have made our priority for 2020.
We have collated resources to help young people in these strange times. Some are COVID related, some for your specific circumstance and some jut general help for everyone.
If you need help please do not wait to look for it.
OYC Meeting Minutes – 03/04/2024
Welcome, apologies and icebreakers: Icebreakers will be held before every YC meeting to get to[…]
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OYC Meeting Minutes – 20/03/2024
ELECTION RESULTS: A summary is available at https://oldhamyc.com/blog/2024/03/20/2024-internal-elections/ WELCOME, APOLOGIES & ICEBREAKERS (CHAIR) An icebreaker[…]
2024 Internal Elections
We have concluded the round of internal elections for 2024-25. The current leadership team now[…]
Making Your Mark Oldham – 2023 Report
Below is the report from Making Your Mark in 2023. The Making Your Mark Oldham[…]
Our Team
Oldham Youth Council elect Youth Councillors to take on roles to help with the day to running.
These include leadership roles, representative roles and officer roles.
Charlotte Clasby
Youth Mayor
(She/Her)
I was voted on to Youth Council in early 2018. I am passionate about equality and hope to help make Oldham a better place for young people.
Isaac Quinn
Youth Mayor Elect
(He/Him)
Hi, my name is Isaac J. Quinn, I have been a Youth Councillor since 2017. I used to be Wellbeings Officer and am now the current Chair of the Youth Council.
Penelope Spencer-Simpson
Chair
(She/Her)
I was elected to OYC in 2022 & it has perpetuated many opportunities for me to develop my ambitions of ensuring young people in Oldham are heard equally.
Leah Darr
Vice Chair
(She/Her)
I’m the current Vice Chair of Oldham Youth Council, Elected in 2022, I am dedicated to continually make change within youth action & within Oldham!
Louie Wild
Member of Youth Parliament
Ying Shi
Member of Youth Parliament
Heyy! I got elected Youth Councillor and GMYCA rep Jan and Feb of 2022. I want decisions to be made in the interest of young people and for the future of young people.
Lucy Richmond
Deputy Member of Youth Parliament & Communications Officer
(She/Her)
Hi! I was elected in 2024 and I’m looking forward to serving the people of Oldham as DMYP and Comms Officer!
Anayah Naz
Deputy Member of Youth Parliament
(She/Her)
‘I love musical theatre, rollercoasters, drama, and charity work. When I’m not performing or volunteering, I’m hanging out with friends, making memories and spreading joy wherever I go!
Hassan Jabbar
GMYCA Representative
(He/Him)
I was elected onto OYC in January 2024 and I am passionate about representing the youth and voicing there thoughts.
Aaliyah Ahmed
GMYCA Representative
(She/Her)
Working hard to make change for the people of Oldham!
Prem Raghvani
Economy Officer
(He/Him)
I was elected to OYC in 2020 & have received many opportunities such as being MYP and working with young people in the North West & Nationally
Tom Penketh
Community Officer & Deputy Communications Officer
(He/Him)
I was elected in 2021/22 and since then, I have strived to work for better opportunities for the young people of our town. Everyone has a voice and the right to be heard.
Adam Hussain
Health Officer
(He/Him)
I have been lucky enough to be representing as a Health Officer for the Oldham Youth Council, I will make it my priority to make a difference for health for people of all ages within Oldham and hopefully the UK
Dylan Davison
Deputy Economy Officer
Sage Stones
Deputy Community Officer
(She/Her)
Sage adores music, her cat Sabrina, and the TV series “The Vampire Diaries” and “Supernatural.” Whether lost in melodies, cuddling with Sabrina, or immersed in thrilling adventures on screen, her vibrant spirit shines through in every moment.
Zaynab Ikram
Deputy Health Officer
Contact us
If you would like to join the youth council, just want to find out what we’re doing or how you can get involved please use the form below and we’ll get right back to you.