The Event.

Immerse your secondary school students in a truly transformative experience at our prestigious Secondary Youth Leadership Conference. Prepare to be amazed as your students embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and leadership development. Engaging keynotes, interactive activities, and reflective sessions will cultivate their sense of personal agency and self-leadership, equipping them with indispensable skills for success.

Our inclusive community fosters meaningful peer interactions and networking, fostering a sense of belonging and inspiration. Witness your students be truly inspired as they glean wisdom from accomplished local speakers who have triumphed over adversity.

This is an unmissable opportunity for growth and transformation, showcasing Australia's largest youth leadership conference exclusively for secondary students. Secure your students' places now.

The Details.

Where.

Adelaide Convention Centre

North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000

Transport Information

When.

2025

9:15am - 2:30pm
(doors open 8:45am)

Who.

Perfect for all high school students (Year 7 - 12)

Many schools bring their student leaders.

Important Docs.

Fact Sheet

COVID-19 Strategy

Safety & Excursion Documents

Event Booklet

Update on Wednesday, 26th July
Due to venue miscommunication this date has changed New Date: Monday, 27th February 2022 Previous Date: Friday 10th March 2023

The Speakers.

Speakers to be announced soon!

Our program team consider several factors in the process of developing such events as our Secondary Youth Leadership Conference. We have summarised how we do this in the document below.

Download YLAA's program framework

The Agenda.

8:45am

Doors Open

9:15am

Event Begins - Redefining Leadership

Self Leadership and Awareness

Speaker 1 -

TBA

11:00am

Break 1

11:40am

Leadership Styles & Communication

Speaker 2 -

TBA

Service Leadership & Creating Change

Speaker 3 -

TBA

1:00pm

Break 2

1:40am

Speaker 4 -

TBA

Moving Forward and Taking Action‍

2:30pm

Event Concludes

Please note: this agenda is subject to change without prior notice. YLAA event team will try their best to notify you of any changes throughout the event.

This was one of the best leadership days I have ever been to with our students. We all learned different things and all can bring them to the table when making our school a better place. It inspired us in different and similar ways that all enjoyed, students loved it and were excited to go to school to see what we can implement.

Annie

Student Leadership and SRC Coordinator

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The conference was very practical and provided many simple skills that our students will be able to implement in the future. The vibes were great and I liked how the presenters made students feel comfortable to speak with them and sought students out during breaks. The day was aimed at the age group very well and the speakers were engaging and inspiring.

Tiffany

Senior Deputy Principal

"Creating meaningful change” was one of many inspiring messages embraced by our Student Leaders at the YLAA Conference in 2022. Dynamic yet humble, the speakers this year demonstrated that one person really can make a difference in this world, and that age is no barrier to achieving the extraordinary. This conference enabled our students to ignite their passion for leadership and was an outstanding reminder that opportunities abound, and it is up to them to make the most of what is in front of them. We cannot wait to include our Student Leaders in future conferences and encourage all schools to invest in their leaders by providing them with the opportunity to attend.

Amy

Student Leadership Coordinator

Having the event run by youth for youth, and also having a speaker with an abundance of life experience who show that age is no barrier was excellent. There were many powerful and engaging speakers, and the activities that get students moving around & meeting each other were great.

Alexandra

Year 11 Advisor

That conference was fantastic. The students loved it and grew from the experience. Due to COVID-19 I attended the hybrid session on a big screen in our Conference Room with our Head Girl and Boy. They were completely immersed as if they were there. They both commented at the end that they had learned a lot and felt confident about what they had learned.

Susan

Deputy Principal

The SEDA College student leaders left the conference feeling motivated and inspired. Dynamic, diverse and entertaining presenters, coupled with the high energy levels in the room, ensured that our young people were engaged and enthusiastic throughout the day.

Dana

Director of Student Experience

Seda College SA

Objectives.

Youth Empowerment

Empower students to become engaged with their school and community as leaders.

Leadership Development

Prepare participants with leadership skills for the future.

Awareness

Assist students in becoming more aware of their ability to make an impact.

Teamwork Potential

Encourage youth to understand the power of collaborating instead of competing.

Safe Space

Create a safe space where students can be ambitious with no limitations.

Entrepreneurship

Help students become more aware of the opportunities that entrepreneurship brings.

Results & Success Stories

Jodi, Willunga High School in Adelaide

Jodi’s passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to personal development through fostering a growth mindset and service to others, has made her a powerhouse of student voice at Willunga High School in Adelaide. Since attending the year 11 student has created a project which ‘aims to bring Growth Mindset workshops into schools and create more awareness on the importance of a Growth Mindset in teaching and learning styles’.

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Results & Success Stories

Jamie, Glenmore Park High School in Penrith, NSW

Jamie is a year 11 student at Glenmore Park High School in Penrith, NSW, who is deeply committed to his goal of making ‘a positive difference in other people's lives’. Since attending Jamie created a project to target the issues of ‘poor attendance and poor overall well-being of students’ by putting in place a program that ‘rewards students for attending above the required 85% of the time’

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Success Stories

Isabella, Our Lady of Mercy Catholic College Burraneer

As a year 10 student at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic College Burraneer, Sydney, Bella observed the division between students and teachers in classes, which inhibited her educational experience and that of her peers. Since attending Isabella developed the idea for Bond Day - a program run amongst year groups to enhance connections between students and staff at the start of the academic year.

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3 Month Post-event Program, LeaderUp [learn more]

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Invitation to online student community

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In light of more tickets becoming available, we would like to welcome you and your students to join us at the upcoming Melbourne Youth Leadership Conference on the 27th or 28th of April.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many other students will attend?

In previous years, we have had to enforce capacity limits due to health restrictions, but we are expecting more students and teachers to attend this year. Last year we had 10,000 students attend Australia-wide.

How many other schools attend?

Last year we had 700 schools attend Australia-wide.

What age are the students who tend to attend the event?

Our primary conference has been designed for year 5's and 6s whilst our secondary conference is age appropriate for all years from 7 to 12.

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The Event.

The Details.

Where.

When.

Who.

Important Docs.

The Speakers.

The Agenda.

Having the event run by youth for youth, and also having a speaker with an abundance of life experience who show that age is no barrier was excellent. There were many powerful and engaging speakers, and the activities that get students moving around & meeting each other were great.

The SEDA College student leaders left the conference feeling motivated and inspired. Dynamic, diverse and entertaining presenters, coupled with the high energy levels in the room, ensured that our young people were engaged and enthusiastic throughout the day.

Seda College SA

What to expect?

Objectives.

Youth Empowerment

Leadership Development

Awareness

Teamwork Potential

Safe Space

Entrepreneurship

Results & Success Stories

Jodi, Willunga High School in Adelaide

Results & Success Stories

Jamie, Glenmore Park High School in Penrith, NSW

Success Stories

Isabella, Our Lady of Mercy Catholic College Burraneer

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