The Youth Panel is an initiative supported by The Old Museum Arts Centre and Young at Art that lets young people get involved and have their say in the artistic life of Northern Ireland.

The Youth Panel's activities include:

• Participating in a range innovative and exciting arts projects.
• Experiencing a wide variety of art forms through workshops and classes.
• Attending performances and visit other arts venues.
• Learning new skills and develop their talents.
• Creating and delivering a programme of arts events for young people.
• Developing a dedicated cultural arts web site for young people.
• Gaining valuable experience working behind the scenes within both organisations.
• Informing and contribute to the decision making process within both organisations.
• Benefiting from extensive training in youth governance and self determination.
• Contributing significantly to the future development of the arts in Northern Ireland.
  

The Youth Panel also contribute to the development of the OMAC’s new Arts Centre, The MAC, which will be located in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. The Youth Panel will be consulted at every stage of the process to ensure that the new centre is representative of their ideas and aspirations and is accessible to young people form all over Belfast and beyond.

To find out more about the project or to register log on to http://youthpanel.bebo.com.