The Youth City Council renewed its members

Youth civic engagement was in the spotlight in La Garde. On November 9, the Municipality organized the induction ceremony for the new members of its Youth City Council (CVJ).

This event, held in the Mussou room, marked a symbolic and solemn passing of the torch between two generations of young municipal councilors.

A ceremony for future civic leaders

The evening was structured around two main highlights. The first was the official installation of the new elected officials, who took office to represent the youth and carry out their projects.

The second highlight was the tribute paid to the outgoing members for their involvement and the work accomplished during their mandate. They received medals in recognition of their commitment to serving the community.

This double ceremony highlighted the continuity of municipal action promoting youth participation in local life.

The ceremony took place in the presence of Hélène Arnaud-Bill, mayor of La Garde and vice-president of the Métropole Toulon Provence Méditerranée (TPM).

Also present were Jean-Louis Masson, president of the Conseil départemental du Var, 1st vice-president of the Métropole TPM and 1st deputy mayor of La Garde, as well as Jean-Eric Lodevic, deputy mayor for Sports and community life.

Their presence testified to the importance placed by the Municipality and higher authorities on this citizenship education approach and the recognition of youth involvement in building the city of tomorrow.

A practical learning experience of local democracy

The Youth City Council is a consultative and participative body designed to introduce young people to civic responsibilities and the functioning of institutions.

It offers them a framework to debate, propose ideas, and set up concrete projects directly concerning their daily lives: environment, culture, sports, or solidarity.

As a school of citizenship, the CVJ allows its members to become full-fledged actors in their community while making the voice and concerns of their generation heard by adult elected officials.