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Have your say: Join our Youth Panel!

Help shape the future of music for young people in Kent & Medway!

Are you passionate about music? Want your voice to be heard? Interested in helping make things better for young musicians?

We’re looking for 12 young people from Kent and Medway to join the brand-new Kent Music Youth Panel.

This is your chance to share your ideas, influence decisions, meet like-minded people, develop new skills and help shape music opportunities for young people across Kent and Medway.

No previous experience is needed – just enthusiasm, ideas and a willingness to get involved.

We’re looking for people who: 

  • Are aged 16–21 and in full-time education 
  • Are from Kent and Medway
  • Enjoy music (you don’t have to be an expert!) 
  • Have ideas and are happy to share them 
  • Will listen to others and work as part of a team 
  • Communicate clearly and respectfully 
  • Are interested in making a difference for other young people 

What you’ll do:

  • Share your ideas at panel meetings, helping to make key decisions 
  • Help shape and develop the future of the Youth Panel 
  • Give your views on music opportunities and help improve them 
  • Take part in meetings (usually once a term during school holidays) and come ready to join in 
  • Speak up for young musicians, drawing on your own experiences

Why join the Youth Panel?

By joining our Youth Panel, you’ll gain valuable experience of being part of an advisory group, helping to represent the views of young people. You’ll develop confidence in sharing your ideas and speaking within a group, while building leadership and teamwork skills that will benefit you in the future. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, make connections with others who share your interests, and have a real impact on shaping music opportunities for young people in your area. The experience and skills you gain can also strengthen your CV, personal statement, college applications, and future job applications, helping you stand out and demonstrate your initiative and commitment.

Time commitment

The time commitment for being on the Youth Panel is designed to fit around school and other activities. You’ll attend Youth Panel meetings, usually held once a term during the school holidays, and come ready to share your ideas and take part in discussions.

Pay

This is a voluntary role, but travel expenses for meetings and events can be reimbursed. 

Full Role Description

How to apply

There are two ways to apply to be part of the Youth Panel: you can either complete an application form or submit a video application (see details below).

The application deadline is Friday 31st July 2026.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an informal interview in September with young trustees and staff.

If you have any questions about the application process, or if you have any accessibility requirements and would prefer to apply in a different format, please email hello@kent-music.com.

Option 1:

Complete the application form below.

Application Form

Option 2:

Send a short video (around 1–2 minutes) instead of completing the form. Send your video to hello@kent-music.com.

In your video, tell us: 

  • Who you are – name, age, school/college/university
  • Why music is important to you
  • Why you want to join the Youth Panel
  • One idea you have for improving music opportunities
  • If you belong to any Kent Music groups