What is it?

The Australian Youth Led Convention, is designed to enhance skills of the senior leaders of youth led organisations and will provide the opportunity for networking between these young leaders and the Australian Government. It will be the first time that senior leaders from the youth led sector gather together to share knowledge and create professional networks.

Where will it be held?

The convention will be held in Canberra at Parliament House and DEEWR National Office, 50 Marcus Clarke Street.

When will it be held?

The convention is 26-28 November 2010.

How long will it be for?

Approximately two and a half days, requiring two nights accommodation depending on each delegate’s travel requirements.

Who will be running it?

The Office for Youth, DEEWR, will be partnering with youth led organisation Left Right Think-Tank to deliver the event.

How will I get there and where will I stay?

As participants will be paying their own travel and accommodation expenses, individuals will be able to travel at a time and by a means that suits them, and stay in accommodation of their choice.

How do I get to participate?

The convention is dedicated to youth-led organisations. Relevant organisations will be invited to nominate 1 to 2 members to attend the convention.

What is a Youth-Led Organisation?

Broadly, a Youth-led organisation is one that is run by young people, and where young people are the predominant decision makers about the direction and activities of the organisation.