PSAY is a network of PSA members aged 35 and under created to promote the interests of young PSA members.

Overall Goals Increase youth participation and engagement in the PSA and the structures of the union and the workplace Support the sustainability of unions in New Zealand by helping to modernise the union movement

National Conference 2013 “I found it to be enlightening, inspiring and a great way to meet people in the union.” Transforming our union and our society: Transforming our Union and our Society: Making our Voice Count

“I feel I’m able to represent my young colleagues better-er. I’m able to share my knowledge and understanding on how PSA works for the community and individual as well.”

“Knowing more about PSAYouth after the conference motivated me to encourage my fellow colleagues to be a member.” “I learnt how fabulous PSAY are”

Many election volunteers and ideas! Regional Conferences 2014

PSAY regular phone banks Candidate debates RockEnrol Stand Up policy analysis Regional activities PSAY election activities

Q1: How many members are in the PSAY Network?

A: 10,435 – over 20% of the PSA membership (and they receive our monthly newsletter)

Q2: Are young public & community service workers more, less or just as likely to join the PSA as other age groups?

A: Just as likely Public Service employee/member ages (Dec 2012)

Q3: Is PSAY representation amongst delegates, sector committees and the Board similar, less or more than other age groups?

Delegates – similar S/Cs and Board – less

Q4: What key issue raised by PSA members did Guy Standing address in NZ talks in February 2014?

A: PRECARIOUS WORK

Q5: How much did the PSA used to charge student members per year, and how many student members were there before trialling free membership?

A: $25 per year. There were 6 student members (Now there are 248)

Q6: How many of the 11 PSA members who presented to select committee on the State Sector and Public Finance Reform Bill were PSAY members?

5 of the 11 were PSAY