Local Democracy Groups

Local Democracy Groups are made up of community members and are a part of Council's Community Engagement Strategy (PDF 2.6MB). Their role is to provide input to support Council’s decision-making and actions. They assist Council to implement the Community Strategic Plan: Our Inner West 2036 through actions outlined in Council's Delivery Program and annual Operational Plan (PDF 5.9MB).

Local Democracy Groups recruitment 2024

We are looking for people with expertise or lived experiences in a range of topics to apply for our Local Democracy Groups. Applications close 2 December 2024.

Find information and apply here

Previous term Local Democracy Groups 2022-24

The previous term of Local Democracy Groups commenced in September 2022 and ended in September 2024. View the video from the welcome night of the previous term to hear from the members:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Access Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Arts and Culture Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Bicycle Working Group (2022-24)

Environment Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Housing and Affordability Advisory Committee (2022-24)

LGBTQ+ Working Group (2022-24)

Multicultural Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Planning and Heritage Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Seniors Working Group (2022-24)

Social Strategy Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Transport Advisory Committee (2022-24)

Young Leaders Working Group (2022-24)