Jersey FA Youth Council
Providing a voice for young people in football
The Youth Council is made up of young people between the ages of 14 and 24, who passionately involve themselves within the grassroots football community, whether that is as a player, coach, referee, volunteer or fan.
Being a member of the Youth Council also provides opportunities to support the County FA. Examples include helping out at local club football festivals, running projects, running competitions for the youth or sharing discussions on how football can be improved on the island.
ROLE OF THE JERSEY FA YOUTH COUNCIL
• Youth Strategy – To support the Jersey FA with their strategy on youth football, and help grow young people’s participation in the game;
• Youth Representation – To provide a voice for young people on football in Jersey and influence Jersey FA decision making;
• Youth Volunteers – To lead initiatives that benefit young people in football across Jersey, encourage youth volunteering and to support Jersey FA events/programmes;
• Youth Development – To support the upskilling of young people to enhance the future football workforce.
If you are interest in finding out more information about the Youth Council, or interested in building a partnership with the Youth Council, get in touch via the details above.
If you are under 18 we may contact your parent/guardian about your application. We actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. All data will be protected and processed in line with our Privacy Policy. If you choose to complete the Diversity Monitoring Form, please ensure this is posted SEPARATELY from your application and anonymously.
MEET OUR YOUTH COUNCIL
Name: Harry Walker
Age: 19
Favourite team: Manchester United
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council: To have an impact on the way football is delivered in the island and how referee development is working.
Name: Ana Malta
Age: 17
Favourite football team: FC Porto and Portugal National Team
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council? To give young people a voice in football and to support within the football community
Name: Jody Byrne
Age: 24
Favourite Football Team: Leeds
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council? To give a different perspective to on island issues and to help give more opportunities in football.
Name: Jamie Le Fondre
Age: 23
Favourite football team: Liverpool
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council? I was in the past attempts at development a youth council so I have quite a bit of experience and knowledge as how they work so I offered to give the new one the support it needs.
Name: Jamie Vieira
Age: 16
Favourite football team: Liverpool
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council? It helps to bring positive change to football and be a voice for youth football.
Name: Lucy Even
Age: 24
Favourite football team: Manchester United
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council? I’m excited to be part of the youth council to help provide fresh new ideas within local football and to be a young female. voice.
Name: Macey Wyse
Age: 16
Favourite football team: Celtic
Why did you want to be part of the Youth Council? Being a part of the Youth Council is such a great opportunity, giving young people a voice in the sport they love! I am also hoping to improve my leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
Safeguarding and Welfare
The Jersey Football Association takes safeguarding extremely seriously. We are working to make the game as safe and enjoyable as possible.
