Deputy Premier and Member for Bathurst Paul Toole and Minister for Regional Youth Bronnie Taylor announced up to $100,000 is available for new projects that enable young people to lead and participate in youth radio and podcasting activities.

Mr Toole said eligible applicants can apply for one-off grants between $2,500 and $20,000 to develop programs that promote training, skills development and content creation, or to fund essential equipment to support youth radio and podcasting.

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"The Regional Youth Radio Program will boost young people's participation in activities that strengthen their opportunities to have a voice, and provide them with a sense of connection to their communities," Mr Toole said.

"Eligible projects include minor capital works to upgrade youth radio sound studios, equipment purchases to support podcast activities, and short courses and training to boost skills."

Minister for Regional Youth Bronnie Taylor said creating more opportunities for young people to have their voices heard was raised as a key priority by the 2021 Regional Youth Taskforce.

"Community radio is a powerful channel to make your voice heard and to advocate for issues that affect your peers, and this program will help ensure our young people have the tools and training they need to put their ideas out there," Mrs Taylor said.

"This program will support the next generation of radio broadcasters and podcasters who contribute so much to community life, and I can't wait to see the exciting projects that will come out of it."

Not-for-profit organisations and local councils applying for funding must have spoken with young people and involved them in developing the project proposal prior to submitting an application.

Applications opened December 9 and run until January 28, 2022.

For program and eligibility guidelines, visit: https://nsw.gov.au/YouthRadio.

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