THE City of Greater Geelong will continue to support Courthouse Youth Arts (CHYA) for the next four years, with the council committing to a funding and lease agreement for 2019-23.<\/p>\n
For over 20 years, CHYA has planned and delivered its innovative programs for the region\u2019s inspiring creative community. The organisation offers a tailored programme of cultural arts events and activities, which in turn gives young people the opportunity to forge pathways during the early stages of their careers. <\/p>\n
Councillor Jim Mason, chair of the city\u2019s art, culture and heritage portfolio, said CHYA offered an \u201centry point\u201d for young people interested in the arts.<\/p>\n
\u201cCourthouse Youth Arts makes a very important social contribution to our community,\u201d Cr Mason said. <\/p>\n
\u201cA number of its activities particularly engage at-risk youth and young people from traditionally under-represented groups, which makes it all the more vital that we continue to support it.\u201d<\/p>\n
The agreement will see CHYA receive $265,915 annually, including Consumer Price Index (CPI) increments, for the next four years. The COGG also transfers monthly rental income from the Courthouse Caf\u00e9 to the centre, equating to a total yearly contribution of nearly $300,000 across the four-year agreement.<\/p>\n
Mayor Bruce Harwood said he was pleased council agreed to continue its 23-year partnership with CHYA. <\/p>\n
\u201cThe not-for-profit association does great work in our community, by giving young people access to the arts and the opportunity to develop their skills and improve their confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
THE City of Greater Geelong will continue to support Courthouse Youth Arts (CHYA) for the next four years, with the council committing to a funding and lease agreement for 2019-23. For over 20 years, CHYA has planned and delivered its innovative programs for the region\u2019s inspiring creative community. The organisation offers a tailored programme of […]<\/p>\n