Leusden calls on young leaders: Apply now for Child Mayor 2026–2027
Children in Leusden, Achterveld, and Stoutenburg in years 7 or 8 can now apply to become Child Mayor for 2026–2027. This role lets young voices shape local decisions, attend events, and work alongside the mayor—making a real difference in their community.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Role | Child Mayor for Leusden municipality |
| Eligibility | Pupils in year 7 or 8 living in Leusden, Achterveld, or Stoutenburg |
| Application Deadline | April 6, 2026 |
| How to Apply | Submit a short video explaining why you want to be Child Mayor |
| Selection Announcement | By April 16, 2026 |
| Installation Ceremony | April 27, 2026 (King’s Day) |
| Responsibilities | Attend events, engage with residents, collaborate with the mayor |
| More Information | Gemeentebestuur Leusden |
The municipality of Leusden plays an active role in engaging young citizens in local governance through initiatives like the Child Mayor program. This effort aims to foster civic participation and ensure children’s voices are heard in municipal decision-making.
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Applications open for Child Mayor 2026–2027
The municipality of Leusden is looking for a new Child Mayor for the year 2026–2027.
Do you live in Leusden, Achterveld, or Stoutenburg and are you in year 7 or 8? And would you like to make a difference for children in our municipality? Then you can now apply.
What does a Child Mayor do?
The Child Mayor helps decide what is important for children in the municipality. You will attend events, speak with residents, and work with the mayor. We are looking for an enthusiastic and curious pupil who enjoys talking to others, has plenty of ideas, and likes being in the spotlight.
How to apply
Do you think this is for you? Then create a short and original video showing why you want to be Child Mayor. You can apply until April 6, 2026, via leusden.nl/kinderburgemeester.
What happens next?
After the application period, the Child Council working group will review all submissions. They will then choose the new Child Mayor. By April 16 at the latest, the children who applied will be notified whether they have been selected. The installation of the new Child Mayor will take place on April 27, 2026, on King’s Day.
More information
Want to know more about the role of Child Mayor? Visit the website of Gemeentebestuur. Have any questions? Then contact us via.