Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Programme is a pioneering initiative conceptualised by the Indian Music Experience Museum in 2021 in partnership with the British Council.
The programme brings together young adults of 14 to 17 years to form an advisory council to review all verticals and offer implementable suggestions with a special focus on programmes, education, curation and communications. This programme aims to integrate young adults as changemakers in cultural organisations by allowing them to understand the behind-the-scenes of a museum alongside developing leadership qualities, critical thinking skills and learning to work as a team. Their work will translate into implementable recommendations for IME, cultivating a youth and community-centric approach for the museum. The ReReeti Foundation played an instrumental role in managing the programme from its inception in 2021 till the latest YAB cohort in 2026.

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Open Call
Youth Advisory Board VI

Are you between 14–17 years old—passionate about music, arts, wanting to make a difference? Then this is for you!

The Indian Music Experience (IME) Museum, Bengaluru invites you to apply for the sixth cohort of the Youth Advisory Board – a youth-led initiative that brings your voice into the museum space. Be part of a vibrant collective of young changemakers shaping IME’s programmes, communications, and outreach, while gaining hands-on experience in leadership, creativity, teamwork, and public engagement.

Why should you join?

Being part of the Youth Advisory Board is more than just a role – it’s a memorable, meaningful experience. You’ll develop essential life skills in a nurturing and inspiring space, while collaborating with creative, like-minded peers and building meaningful, long-lasting connections. Members also join a dynamic alumni network that celebrates individual journeys, supports the wider youth community, and creates real impact within India’s arts and culture ecosystem.

In recognition of your contributions, you’ll receive a certificate and a personalized letter of recommendation from IME, adding significant value to your academic and professional journey.

What will you do exactly?

  • Evaluate and offer insights on the museum’s communications and programming.
  • Think of innovative, thoroughly researched ideas for programming and online engagement to boost youth participation.
  • Organise two events throughout your term targeting young audiences.
  • Share interesting, informative and relevant campaigns and promotions on the YAB Instagram account.
  • Implement some suggestions put forth by the previous Youth Advisory Board cohort.
  • Present your learnings and way forward to the Museum’s team.

What support will you get?

  • Two skill development workshops on topics like communication, collaboration, time management, and problem solving.
  • Regular mentoring sessions by the IME team.
  • Work shadowing opportunities with the IME team.
  • Option to request custom training based on your goals.

What will you learn?

  • Delegate tasks, lead teams, and manage the Board.
  • Organise public events successfully.
  • Learn about the different types of roles and career options in a museum like IME.
  • Successfully include your voices in the planning and ideation phase of programming.
  • Convert briefs into captivating designs for social media.
  • To create, document, organise and consistently maintain the different collaterals that will be developed during your term.
  • Learn about the dynamic and ever evolving landscape of Indian music.

Who can apply?

  • Students aged 14–17
  • Based in Bengaluru, preferably South Bengaluru
  • Students from ICSE, CBSE, IB, IGCSE, State Board, NIOS, or home-schooling backgrounds.
  • Good communication skills (written and spoken) in English (knowledge of Kannada or another Indian language is a plus).
  • A genuine interest in arts, music, culture, or any extracurricular passion is an added bonus.
  • A passion for this opportunity, a willingness to learn, and an ability to contribute time, effort, and creativity to the team.
  • Leadership or decision-making experience in school or extracurricular activities (preferred, but not mandatory).

*Please note, all applicants will need parent/guardian permission to participate in this project.

Duration: 10 months, March 2026 – December 2026
Time Commitment: 5 – 6 hours per week is mandatory
Deadline for Application: 2nd March, 2026

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Shortlisted applicants will be asked to attend an online panel interview. If you have any questions about the application or the opportunity, please write to specialprojects@indianmusicexperience.org.

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