Be Heard grants - Apply now!

 SYN is accepting drafts of Be Heard applications for the next funding round opening from July 2013. (Please note that grants are only available once) Get money for your station to get young people involved* Email training@syn.org.au or call 03 9925 4693 now! *Only available to regional/rural Victorian community radio stations. Download the information for applicants here and the application form here    To encourage young people's participation in community radio in rural and regional areas, the Victorian Government is assisting with funding to provide:

• Workshops in community radio production
• Linking people to their local stations
• Funding to allow station facilities to be upgraded

Community radio lets young people develop skills and career pathways in radio broadcasting. It also promotes local events and opportunities, and showcases the talent and achievements of people in your community.The Victorian Government has committed $200,000 over four years for rural and regional community radio stations to increase the participation of young people, particularly in production and broadcasting.  SYN is assisting stations to apply for the grants program. You can contact SYN's Education and Training Manager for assistance in submitting your grant application. SYN is also happy to conduct Radio Training for the young people in your area. Check out the experience of young people in the Omeo region here. Contact training@syn.org.au or call (03) 9925 4693 You can read more about the Be Heard grants program from The Office For Youth.