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Submissions for series 2 of the ARACY Young and Wise Roundtables have now closed. Please subscribe to our mailing list to be kept up to date with more opportunities to have your voice heard.

The Young Academics Program aims to empower future leaders through a comprehensive 15-month course that combines theoretical knowledge grounded in biblical and Pasifika indigenous knowledge philosophies and practical attachments in iTaukei communities. This program is designed to nurture a new generation of passionate, knowledgeable, and committed leaders to making a difference in their communities. The programme is coordinated by the Regional Institute for Leadership Develop

Join a global gathering of young leaders, students, and professionals from around the world in Paris, France, from 11–14 June 2026! The Youth World Summit 2026, organized by the Center for International Policy and Sustainability (CIPS), offers a unique international platform for dialogue, learning, and leadership development. Set in one of the world’s most influential cities, the summit will bring together diverse voices for four days of meaningful exchange, policy-oriented d

The Pacific Islands Leadership Program (PILP) with Taiwan is a six-week hybrid program. The program begins with an online, asynchronous module in preparation for the in-person program in Honolulu, Hawai'i on the East-West Center campus for two-weeks. Participants will continue their journey in Taiwan hosted by the Republic of China's (Taiwan) Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (IDIA). The program concludes with a Leadership Retreat c

The YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament (QYP) is a unique opportunity for young people to create real change in Queensland. QYP participants, known as Youth Members, are the voice of youth in their electorates, advising politicians and decision-makers across the state. They're immersed in unique educational opportunities, experience parliamentary operation first hand, mingle with members of Government and Opposition, and have their say in fiery debates on topical issues. Every y

The Ocean Leaders Fellowship (OLF), developed by Sustainable Ocean Alliance  in partnership with Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy , is an annual program dedicated to empowering the next generation of ocean conservation and climate leaders by equipping 40 early-career delegates each year with critical tactical skills, leadership opportunities, and high-level networks necessary to advance impactful initiatives. OLF is designed to cultivate belonging, activate collective power, and

Apply for ECCQ’s Advancing Women Scholarships: • Cleo Xynias Multicultural Woman of the Year • Emerging Professional Scholarship Applications close 14 Feb 2026, 11:59pm.  Apply and don't miss out!: eccq.com.au/scholarship Proudly sponsored by Windsor Group and Australian Institute of Management.

Changing the future of conservation begins with small steps: with great ideas that drive impact in YOUR community. We believe that together, our ideas and actions will add up to progress protecting our planet and improving our future. 13-18-year-olds are invited to submit a 1-minute video describing their idea for solving environmental issues for a chance to receive up to $10,000 USD. Submissions are due by February 6, 2026 ; learn more below and sign up to get involved today

The program focuses on meeting the growing demand for interpreters in Queensland.   The primary objectives of the IESP are to: Empower the Interpreter Workforce:  Provide targeted training and skill enhancement for previous, current and aspiring interpreters, building a skilled and confident workforce. Foster Stronger Connections:  Connect participants with industry experts and potential employers. Elevate Workplace Standards:  Improve working conditions for interpreters, cre

The Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program (ACDGP) supports international projects that tell Australian stories, amplify First Nations voices, deepen bilateral partnerships, and build cultural understanding and connections overseas. Cultural diplomacy plays a vital role in international relations, offering unique opportunities to foster mutual understanding and to build relationships. Through cultural diplomacy initiatives, DFAT strengthens Australia's influence, reputa

The Queensland Ambulance Service is currently recruiting for Pasifika and Māori applicants in Metro South and Gold Coast areas. Working as a cadet in the program Cadets in the program come from various work and volunteer backgrounds. Each person bringing their own unique experience and connection within their community.   As a cadet in this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to take care of people in the pre-hospital environment. This may be in their hom

The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum will take place on 14-16 April 2026. The Forum provides a platform for young people to engage in a dialogue with Member States and other actors to voice their views, concerns, and galvanize actions on how to transform the world into a fairer, greener, and more sustainable place guided by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The 2026 competition is now open. Up to four winning entries will be selected by our judges Melanie Ostell  (Melanie Ostell Literary)¸ Margot Lloyd  (Pink Shorts Press) and Sharlene Allsopp  (author) as well as Griffith Review’s  editorial staff. The winners will share a prize pool of $20,000 and have their work published in an edition of Griffith Review. Entries close at 11.59pm AEST on Monday 13 April 2026. Winners will be announced in July 2026. Terms and conditions of ent

Save the date - 28-30 January 2026 Free registration! Virtual conference with in-person hubs across: Brisbane / Sydney / Auckland / Fiji / Hawai'i / Los Angeles / Salt Lake City For participants in Hawai'i and the US, the conference will occur on 28-29 January 2026. For participants in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, the conference will occur on 29-30 January 2026. The conference program will commence at the local times listed below: Brisbane: 7:00am 29 January 2026 Sydney:

Are you a woman under 30, enrolled full-time in a higher education institution, and eager to grow in leadership, social impact, gender equality and social responsibility? UNESCO and Dior invite you to apply for the 2026–2027 edition of the Women@Dior & UNESCO program. Applications for candidates are open from November 26 th  to December 31 st , 2025 (11:59 pm, Paris Time).

Climate Action Week Maldives 2026  is a premier global youth sustainability program taking place from 10 December , in a hybrid format both virtually and physically in the Maldives. The event will bring together young leaders, professionals, policymakers, activists, innovators, and changemakers from across the globe, aged 18 to 50, to collaborate on building sustainable solutions to climate challenges. This fully funded program is designed to empower youth voices in the globa

Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC) is looking for a Digital Media Lead to help shape the online voice of our global climate justice movement. Open to Pacific Island nationals only. Apply by 19 December 2025. Learn more at: pisfcc.org/jobs

TorinoFilmLab, in partnership with Climate Spring, has launched open calls for its 2026 Green Narratives programme. TFL Green Narratives is designed to support writers, directors, and story editors interested in developing feature films inspired by or seeking to embed inclusive environmentally conscious storytelling. Deadline to apply is the 19th of January 2026. Find out more here about the feature films callout: https://lnkd.in/ecX5Fme8  or the story editing callout: https:

Photo Humanity Grant calls on documentary photographers around the world to illuminate one of the most pressing humanitarian challenges of our time — the global lack of safe, clean, and accessible water. Application deadline: January 5th, 2026 Project delivery deadline: April 5th, 202

The Obama Foundation’s Leaders program aims to inspire, empower, and connect regional cohorts of changemakers to accelerate positive and lasting change in their communities and throughout their region and across our world. These 24-45-year-old emerging leaders from around the world forge societies and communities rooted in shared values, where all people belong, participate, and thrive. The application for our 2026-2027 Obama Leaders program is now open. The application close

Launched in 2005, the Minorities Fellowship Programme (MFP) is OHCHR’s most comprehensive training programme for human rights defenders from national, ethnic, religious, and linguistic minority groups. By the end of the programme, fellows will gain a general understanding of the United Nations system, international human rights instruments, and mechanisms, with a particular focus on minority rights. The MFP also serves as an opportunity for human rights activists to broaden t

The Young Professional Fellowship  Australia 2026  is an intensive youth-focused program curated to equip emerging young leaders with the perspective and strategic thinking required to navigate complex global and local realities. Scheduled to be held from (10 to 13 February 2026), in Melbourne Australia , the fellowship will convene a diverse cohort of young professionals from across the world in an environment of learning and collaboration. Across three immersive days, parti

Applications are now open for the WFF Youth Policy Board 2026–2027! Ready to shape agrifood systems policy? This is your chance to lead youth action for more sustainable, inclusive and resilient agrifood systems.

The world is changing—and fast. From the rise of artificial intelligence to the climate emergency, youth unemployment, and growing economic uncertainty, the future holds both enormous promise and significant challenges. Youth Global Forum 2026 is a one-of-a-kind international gathering that brings together young changemakers from around the world to lead dialogue on the future they want to build. Organized by the Centre for Global Dialogue and Leadership (CGDL), an independen